Senior Program Adviser

THE ROLE

The Information Sharing Team (IST) is responsible for a number of information sharing functions including assessing and responding to requests for Child Protection information made under the Child Information Sharing Scheme (CISS) and Family Violence Information Sharing Scheme (FVISS). The team provides specialist operational advice on relevant policy, practice, and agreements in relation to information sharing across the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the department) and with external stakeholders.

Reporting to the Team Leader, IST, the Senior Program Adviser (SPA) works within a skilled team to support the appropriate exchange of sensitive information in a systematised and consistent manner. The SPA will support the application of legislative requirements in the development of responses to requests for information, provide advice on matters concerning the FVISS and CISS schemes and the department's broader information sharing responsibilities. The role also works within an existing duty model to triage incoming request for information in addition to providing a broad range of operational supports to internal and external stakeholders including the Magistrates and Children's Courts. The SPA is expected to operate with an increased level of autonomy and accountability to contribute to the provision of strategic advice regarding the department's operational policy, practice, and agreements on the sharing of sensitive client information.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Provide wide-ranging support functions within the IST including preparing responses to requests for information under the schemes, providing supports as part of the Divisional Liaison function and working within an established duty model/triage system.
• Answer queries, provide timely advice, undertake follow-up action, and identify emerging administrative functions, pre-planning, and evaluation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach including providing advice and reasoned recommendations on complex and sensitive issues.

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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)

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