Team Leader
Team Leader
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .
If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.
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)
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Community Services |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/00595058 |
| Closing Date: | 20-Jan-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $113,022 - $136,747 |
| Job Duration: | 2 March 2026 to 29 January 2027 |
| Attachments: | 2026-01-05 PD 595058 VPS5 Team Leader.docx (Word, 137KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | Kanako Nanri 0417093185 kanako.nanri@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The Team Leader, Tenancy Services provides leadership to a team of Tenancy and Resident Services Officers and is a key point of contact for all things regarding resident tenancy services across Disability Homes Victoria's (DHV) Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).
The Tenancy Services team provide high quality and timely advice to residents and Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers regarding housing and tenancy matters. The priority of the Tenancy Services team is resident satisfaction and upholding DHV's values. The Team Leader plays a critical role in managing team dynamics, fostering collaboration, and promoting a positive, resident-focused culture. Additionally, the Team Leader provides mentorship and guidance to team members, while being accountable for tenancy service delivery. This position is to cover East and South portfolio, and support four staff within East and South team.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Lead and manage a team of Tenancy and Resident Services Officers to achieve high performance, integrity, and collaboration in fulfilling legislative requirements to deliver tenancy services by
- Build positive working relationships with residents and SIL providers to deliver resident-centred tenancy services across the DHV SDA portfolio to ensure effective, efficient, and coordinated services are provided to all residents.
- Utilise effective stakeholder management mechanisms to identify, monitor, and mitigate potential risks and identify and implement service improvement.
Please open the position description to read more.
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.
Job details
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
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| Job Reference: | VG/DFFH/00595058 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Community Services |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Salary Range: | $113,022 - $136,747 |
| Job Duration: | 2 March 2026 to 29 January 2027 |
| Date posted: | 05-Jan-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 20-Jan-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-01-05 PD 595058 VPS5 Team Leader.docx (Word, 137KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: |
Kanako Nanri
0417093185 kanako.nanri@dffh.vic.gov.au
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