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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THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity for a high-performing individual to support in promoting and coordinating home ownership opportunities within the Aboriginal Housing and Homelessness Branch. You will support the design and delivery of a new home ownership initiative and contribute to better outcomes for First Peoples including individuals, families, groups and communities. You will have demonstrable experience of being a critical and analytical thinker; being proactive and organised; and have excellent stakeholder management, communication and project management skills.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Be responsible for the design and delivery of a 12-month calendar of events across the region to ensure the Home Ownership Program reaches its target each financial year.
- Manage coordination and monitoring of grant applications and outcomes, ensuring efficiency of processes and reconciliation of accounts to support Home Ownership Program.
- Provide a range of administrative, financial and records management services to support the operation of the Home Ownership Program and maintain document and administrative systems.
A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE
The Equal Opportunity Act 2010 provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions, therefore the following has been applied to this role. This is a Prioritised role - If you are a person with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, you are encouraged to apply. The department will give you priority consideration, as per the Special Measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
HOW TO APPLY
All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange portal.
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.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
