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Principal Project Manager

Job posted: 28/11/2024
Applications close: 18/12/2024 (Midnight)
11 days remaining

11 days remaining

Job Description

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / Fixed term until: 30-JUN-2026

Organisation: Homes Victoria

Salary: $134,593 - $180,115

Occupation: Construction

Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/689281

Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/689281

Occupation: Construction

Salary Range: $134,593 - $180,115

Work location: Melbourne | CBD

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. .

If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.

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

The Principal Project Manager role will manage a collaborative and innovative team of principal advisers providing guidance and mentorship to foster excellence within the team, oversee and manage a range of multi-disciplinary teams and consultancies across one or more of the following areas: the development of funding structures and commercial development models, the translation of social and procurement policies and initiatives into clear implementation requirements and the development of delivery and investment. Having a comprehensive understanding of compliance and risk, you play a crucial role in safeguarding project integrity, promoting accountability, and contributing to overall client satisfaction within the maintenance sector.

The Principal Project Manager will have program oversight and responsibility for delivering the Government's agenda of substantially increasing social and affordable housing in Victoria as part of the $5 billion Big Housing Build through provision of expert advice to Homes Victoria delivery, and third-party partners. This includes developing financial structures, financial analysis, commercial transactions, deal structuring (including tax, legal, security and financial), commercial negotiations and stakeholder management.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE 

  • Effectively manage and provide leadership to a team of employees by:
    • leading and supporting individuals to achieve their potential and contribution to organisational goals and outcomes.
    • modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values.
    • where relevant, managing and monitoring specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility.
    • pro-actively building and maintaining positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation.
  • Provide leadership, guidance and authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.
  • Pro-actively build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.

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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.

Principal Project Manager

Job type:

Full time / Fixed term until: 30-JUN-2026

Job classification:

VPSG6

Contact:

Jane Davis | mobile: 0427559869

Principal Project Manager