Administration Officer - Child Protection
Administration Officer - Child Protection
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: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Child protection |
| Classification: | VPSG2 |
| Work Location: | Footscray |
| Reference: | VG/WMA/379858 |
| Closing Date: | 14-Apr-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $60,295 - $77,430 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | 2026.03.30 VPS2 Administration Officer 379858 PD -WMA.pdf (PDF, 296KB) Position Description 2026.03.30 VPS2 Administration Officer 379858 PD -WMA.docx (Word, 129KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Melissa Melder 0427130756 melissa.melder@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
Administration Officer - Child Protection provide a point of contact for key stakeholders from a diverse range of organisations, government, private, public and community services sectors. Attention to detail and teamwork underpin success in this role as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively. The role provides wide ranging administrative, secretariat and support functions.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Advanced computer skills: uses a wide range of software applications such as word processing and spreadsheets; assists others with problem-solving on word processing and related applications.
- Planning and organisation: regularly plans and tracks progress on work tasks; takes an organised, methodical approach to work; addresses priority tasks first.
- Written communication: prepares basic letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language; organises information in a logical sequence, includes content appropriate for the purpose and audience.
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/WMA/379858 |
| Location: | Footscray |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Child protection |
| Classification: | VPSG2 |
| Salary Range: | $60,295 - $77,430 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Date posted: | 30-Mar-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 14-Apr-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026.03.30 VPS2 Administration Officer 379858 PD -WMA.pdf (PDF, 296KB) Position Description 2026.03.30 VPS2 Administration Officer 379858 PD -WMA.docx (Word, 129KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Melissa Melder
0427130756 melissa.melder@dffh.vic.gov.au
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