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 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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Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs) THE ROLE

The Senior Project Officer works within a small, high-performing team to lead, coordinate and support critical projects aimed at advancing Aboriginal self-determination through service reform. The role requires building and maintaining strong relationships across the department, division and with Victorian Aboriginal leaders to ensure policy development incorporates Aboriginal voice. It suits someone with experience in Aboriginal Affairs who is committed to embedding Aboriginal perspectives in reform, improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal children, young people,



families and communities, and supporting culturally responsive, innovative services.

Success in the role demands strategic thinking, clear and persuasive communication, the ability to work collaboratively in complex and rapid-paced environments, and the skills to connect ideas, analyse impacts and contribute to lasting system reform

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- Contribute to the end-to-end delivery of projects that advance departmental and divisional objectives, including research, analysis, design, implementation and evaluation, with a clear focus on outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
- Manage allocated projects or workstreams within agreed scope, timelines, budgets and resources, and provide progress reporting that highlights risks, dependencies and opportunities.
- Support the Manager, Priority Projects, and Director, Policy and Strategy, in the design, scoping and implementation of Aboriginal policy and system reform initiatives.

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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.

📌 Senior Project Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Families, Fairness And Housing
📍 Melbourne