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, LGBTQI+ 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)

THE ROLE

Are you?

• An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with skills and experience in engaging with communities to achieve outcomes? 
• Committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal children, young people, families and communities? 
• Capable of forming strong relationships across an organisation to build capability to work in culturally safe, self-determined and responsive ways? 

Advisor - Aboriginal Partnerships and Practice, Aboriginal Self-determination and Outcomes Division contributes significantly to the strategic directions of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) by providing earlier and more connected support, as well as local solutions. The primary objective of this position is to support the team that is working to enhance the well-being of Aboriginal individuals and communities by supporting engagement strategies for social and economic participation. By doing so, the position aims to create opportunities for individuals and families to build better lives and achieve their potential by participating in the community and economy.

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ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Assist with stakeholder and community relationships and create mutually beneficial partnerships essential for achieving the department's objectives in relation to the support of Aboriginal communities and people.
• As required assist with, and contribute to, the successful development and implementation of projects, including providing timely and accurate support in relation to new and existing information sharing arrangements.
• Assist in providing advice to stakeholders and assisting in the preparation and presentation of reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on a range of matters.

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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 Designated role - Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

For ‘Special Measure' Positions: Special measure roles are attributes defined by section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 and specific wording should be included here where you have an approved ‘special measure' position for either a prioritised role, designated role or identified role.  

This is a Designated role: Only indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as per 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 (JSE) <https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page> 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 (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.