THE ROLE

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing has a dedicated focus on the community wellbeing and the social recovery of Victoria.  The Department is working to deliver bold and innovative reform for the community. 

We work to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live safe, respected and valued lives. We lead policies and services dedicated to community wellbeing by empowering communities to build a fairer and safer Victoria.

The Department includes Child Protection, Family Safety Victoria, Homes Victoria, Housing, Disability, Seniors and Carers. The Department is also responsible for the key portfolios of LGBTIQA+ Equality, Veterans and the offices of Women and Youth, enhancing the alignment with policy areas and portfolios focusing on the recovery and growth of our diverse communities.

The Department also supports the Social Services Regulator the Commission for Children and Young People the Victorian Disability Worker Commission, the Disability Worker Registration Board, the Disabiity Services Commissioner, Respect Victoria the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector and the Victorian Veteran's Council.

We are building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and difference. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we actively encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+, veterans and people from varied cultural backgrounds. 

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Scope, develop and deliver strategic, time-limited projects as specified by Homes Victoria executive leadership, which may include people-related projects and strategies.
• Use sound judgement to resolve complex issues in a rapidly changing environment.
• Provide high-quality analysis and authoritative advice regarding people strategy and workforce planning to Homes Victoria senior leadership.   

Please open the position description to read more. 

Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: https://www.vic.gov.au/working-with-children-check 
For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.

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.