Executive Director, Area (4 positions available)
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. .
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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: | Executive Management |
| Classification: | SES2 |
| Work Location: | Greater Melbourne |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/COPL/372502 |
| Closing Date: | 21-May-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $298,489 - $430,740 |
| Job Duration: | 5 years |
| Attachments: | PD - SES2 Executive Director Area - 4 positions available.docx (Word, 129KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | See Position Desciption - |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The Executive Director, Area leads and manages service delivery and reform implementation across the area, located within the Operations Divisions of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing. The role is accountable for client outcomes at a local level for a range of integrated human services.
Please note, the North East Melbourne Area and Western Melbourne Area positions will be available after 30 September 2026
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Implement departmental and divisional priorities for direct services within the area, including child protection, housing and related community engagement and wellbeing programs.
- Lead the integration of multidisciplinary service delivery within the area, with a focus on providing holistic client outcomes within evolving frameworks of reform.
- Work in partnership with the Divisional Executive and other key stakeholders to achieve intended client outcomes for the department.
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/COPL/372502 |
| Location: | Greater Melbourne |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Executive Management |
| Classification: | SES2 |
| Salary Range: | $298,489 - $430,740 |
| Job Duration: | 5 years |
| Date posted: | 30-Apr-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 21-May-2026 |
| Attachments: | PD - SES2 Executive Director Area - 4 positions available.docx (Word, 129KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: |
See Position Desciption
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