Ready to make an impact?
Join DHA's Asset Management team as a Senior Strategy and Implementation Officer and help drive strategic success.Position: Senior Strategy and Implementation Officer
Level: DHA6
Salary Range: $104,793 to $120,411 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
Location: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Hunter About usDHA was established in **** following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act **** (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for, and housing related services to, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families.
We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing, and housing related services, to ADF members and their families to support Defence's operational needs.
DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17,200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16,000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation.
DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility, providing posting support, and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60,000 ADF members.
To find out more about DHA, please refer to our website or read our latest Annual Report.About your teamJoin a team that makes a real difference to the lives of Defence members and their families.
As part of DHA's Service Delivery Group, the Asset Management Branch plays a vital role in managing and enhancing one of Australia's largest residential housing portfolios.
From delivering strategic asset management outcomes and major upgrade programs to overseeing Defence construction projects and contract management activities, our team helps ensure quality homes and services are available where they're needed most.




It's a rewarding opportunity to contribute to projects that have a lasting impact across the Defence community.About the roleAre you looking for an prospect to help shape how DHA manages its national housing portfolio, drive strategic improvement, and deliver work with lasting impact?
We're seeking a motivated and adaptable team member to support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of DHA's asset management framework, governance arrangements and strategic initiatives.
This is a unique opportunity to help build practical, sustainable solutions—developing policies, processes and standards, working across teams, and helping create a more consistent, effective and mature approach to asset management across DHA.Benefits for working at DHA include:15.4% superannuationGenerous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per yearWork-life balance and flexible working optionsA positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to workOpportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experienceCareer progression and opportunitiesA dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of needADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHA's Employee Value Proposition, visit our website.
How to apply To apply,



click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word pitch, addressing the requirements of the role and the following:Why you are applying for this roleWhat makes you a strong candidateDetail a time when you implemented a significant project, program or framework, in particular tell us how you engaged with stakeholders, how you ensured successful implementation and what outcomes or improvements were achieved.
For more information about the role, click View Candidate Information Pack button below.
Applications close: 11:55pm AEST 30 August ****.Any questions?
Please contact Hannah Stopel - Assistant Director Strategy and Implementation************ / ****** Order of MeritA merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising.
This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.Inclusion and Diversity DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature-aged employees and carers.RecruitAbility RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy.
Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.
For more information visit: Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.

📌 Senior Strategy And Implementation Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Defence Housing Australia
📍 Canberra