THE ROLE

This role will focus is advancing social and affordable housing opportunities on private, surplus or underutilised government land. You will possess a deep understanding of land, development and planning considerations. You will develop appropriate scope for consultants and report to the internal and external stakeholders in respect of your projects to ensure their successful delivery. You will review and provide feedback to due diligence and feasibility assessments, identify land assembly requirements, manage project risk and liaise with landowners to facilitate access to land for due diligence, provide program updates and to administer land transactions. You will ensure appropriate consultancy advice is obtained, to the extent required to comply with the Victorian Government Land Transaction Policy, support handover of projects to the Delivery team and support the development of business cases.

Skills in property analysis, including understanding of redevelopment and commercial feasibility drivers, including title and planning matters is required. A proven track record of effective stakeholder engagement, particularly with state government landholding agencies, is key. Project management skills are essential, along with attention to detail and the ability to create and maintain accurate records.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Support the broader delivery of program and project activities by providing administrative, coordination and stakeholder engagement and escalating issues as required.
• Assist in the preparation and co-ordinating inputs for program reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet, and agency submissions ensuring briefing materials are accurate and complete, in accordance with the departmental standards.
• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.