Director, Aboriginal Initiatives, Children and Family Programs

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Executive Director, Aboriginal Initiatives, Quality Improvement and Oversight – Children and Families, the Director, Aboriginal Initiatives, Children and Family Programs is responsible for the development of strategic policy and programs associated with Victoria's Child Protection, Care Services, Child and Family Services as they relate to Aboriginal families, children and young people.

The Director develops and drives the delivery of culturally inclusive strategies that are innovative, evidence-informed and reflective of best practice. The Director will lead the division's engagement with Aboriginal sector stakeholders and priority governance including the Aboriginal Children's Forum.

The Director will lead a strong interface with multiple divisions and various government departments, oversight bodies and funded agencies in order to develop and deliver the Victorian Government's commitment to Aboriginal self-determination and self-management, as outlined in the vision of Wungurilwil Gapgapduir – the Aboriginal Children and Families Agreement and reflected in commitments made to the Aboriginal Children's Forum.

This position works in partnership with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) from a position of deep respect, and involves sensitive stakeholder management skills, strong risk management approaches and political acumen.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

1. Provide high level authoritative advice on complex policy issues to the Minister, the Secretary and senior leadership across the department on significant issues relevant to the Children and Families portfolio.
2. Lead the development of effective consultative mechanisms with stakeholders, including the community services sector and government, to ensure stakeholders' views including those of Aboriginal children, young people and families are canvassed and reflected in the development of policy strategies, programs and initiatives that advance Aboriginal self-determination.
3. Collaborate with other policy areas within the department to design policy and program initiatives for Aboriginal children and young people.

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A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE
The Equal Opportunity Act 2010, provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions, therefore the following has been applied to this role. 
This is a Designated role - Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

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.