Community Sector Liaison Lead
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: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Projects |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/00787355 |
| Closing Date: | 23-Nov-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | VPS 5 - Community Sector Liaison Lead - Stakeholder Engagement and Communications - 00787355 - CFTP.docx (Word, 133KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Andrew Philipson 0477726792 andrew.philipson@dffh.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The Community Sector Liaison Lead acts as the primary point of contact between the Communities and Families Transformation Program and Community Service Organisations responsible for delivering services to children and families. The role provides practical advice and support to help agencies understand, prepare for and respond to the program changes realised through the service transformation. Reporting to the Manager, Stakeholder Engagement and Communications, the Community Sector Liaison Lead is responsible for planning and delivering a range of strategic initiatives and oversight of integrated communications for funded agencies and ACCOs.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Act as the primary Communities and Families Transformation Program liaison for agencies by providing a consistent point of contact for program information, advice, questions and emerging issues.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with agencies to support effective communication through the transformation.
- Support agencies to understand the scope of change and how agencies will be affected by translating Communities and Families Transformation Program decisions, designs and changes into practical implications for the agency workforce.
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/00787355 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Projects |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Salary Range: | $116,413 - $140,849 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Date posted: | 09-Nov-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 23-Nov-2026 |
| Attachments: | VPS 5 - Community Sector Liaison Lead - Stakeholder Engagement and Communications - 00787355 - CFTP.docx (Word, 133KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Andrew Philipson
0477726792 andrew.philipson@dffh.vic.gov.au
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