The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.

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 perks 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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Job Details

Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Work Type: Ongoing - full time Job Function: Policy Classification: VPSG5 Work Location: Melbourne - CBD Reference: VG/DFFH/FSV/781775 Closing Date: 09-Sep-2026 Salary Range: $116,413 - $140,849 Job Duration: N/A Attachments: (Word, 130KB)
Job Specification

Contact: David Floyd
95952782 [email protected]

Position Details

THE ROLE

The Senior Policy and Project Officer,



Workforce will support the delivery of the Family Violence Industry Plan (FV Industry Plan) and workforce related actions under Until every Victorian is safe: Third rolling action plan to end family and sexual violence 2025-2027. Working alongside the Principal Policy and Project Officer, Workforce, the position is tasked with providing advice on the future direction of the work program and supporting key deliverables and outcomes.

The Workforce team will work across the Family Safety Victoria division to provide comprehensive visibility and oversight of workforce related policy and program initiatives, which span work from prevention through to response and recovery. The team will also work closely with program areas across the department, government agencies, peak bodies, the community services sector and other stakeholder groups.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Contribute to policy implementation and reporting on the delivery of the Family Violence Industry Plan and workforce related actions under Until every Victorian is safe: Third rolling action plan to end family and sexual violence 2025-2027. This includes providing advice on the future direction of the work program and supporting key deliverables and outcomes.




- Work across the Family Safety Victoria division to provide comprehensive visibility and oversight of workforce related policy and program initiatives.
- Provide authoritative advice and sound policy recommendations to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.

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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)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

Job details Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Job Reference: VG/DFFH/FSV/781775
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Ongoing - full time
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG5
Salary Range: $116,413 - $140,849
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 26-Aug-2026
Application Close Date: 09-Sep-2026
Attachments: (Word, 130KB)
Job Specification

Contact:

David Floyd

95952782 [email protected]

📌 Senior Policy and Project Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne