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 a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced Senior Manager who will lead a small dynamic fast-paced team within the broader environment of Homes Victoria. This position will report to the Director, Aboriginal Housing, and will be responsible for leading the Housing Investment Strategy of the Aboriginal Housing Sector with our Victorian Partners.

Are you:

• A strategic leader with experience in managing a team responsible for end-to-end Housing & Government procurement processes (Capital Grant Funding) including project feasibilities, commercial transactions in housing development particularly with the Aboriginal Housing Sector for the delivery of Social and Affordable Housing.
• A strong leader and people manager who can lead and support the team achieve the Aboriginal Housing investment commitments consistent with theVictorian Aboriginal Housing and Homelessness Framework.
• A collaborative personality who can, influence and negotiate with key stakeholders within government and the Aboriginal Housing sector to drive forward housing investment to meet the needs of the First People Communities across Victoria.
• Extensive experience in managing relationships with Aboriginal Sector partners, navigating key relationships delicately and with sensitivity.
• A dynamic team-player with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, committed to delivering outcomes under tight timeframes.
• Committed to improving the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and have a demonstrated history of delivering successful outcomes for Aboriginal communities

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.
• Provide senior level direction and support to team members based of your past experience and knowledge in Property Development, Commercial Transaction as well as Government Procurement and the regulation of the Community Housing Sector (governed under the Housing Act 1983).
• Lead the engagement with Aboriginal Housing Sector with the implementation of their community's housing needs, supporting and providing expert advice to organisations as they navigate the government procurement process as well as the eventual end to end housing development process for approved projects.

Please open the position description to read more.

COVID-19 VACCINATION
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.

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 or Torres Strait person 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 (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.