Project Officer, Family Services and Evidence Strategy

About this role

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 Working in the Family Services unit within the Children, Families and Safeguarding Division, this position will contribute to priority projects and initiatives to support reform of earlier intervention and diversion services for children and families in Victoria. This includes supporting project management and engagement with digital platforms including the Family Services Learning Management System. The position will contribute to a team that supports ongoing reform in Family Services to deliver evidence-based services and requires high level written and verbal communication, project coordination skills, and an ability to respond to changing work priorities within the unit. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE • Contribute to the development of projects within the Family Services and Evidence Strategy team that meet government and departmental objectives. • Support sector engagement with digital platforms including the Family Services Learning Management Systems. This involves monitoring user feedback and enquires, facilitating timely responses to issues and working with internal teams to ensure user needs are addressed promptly and platform improvements are identified and implemented. • Deliver project management, reporting and administration for priority projects within the Family Services and Evidence Strategy work unit. Please open the position description to read more. 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.