Senior Project Officer

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 As the Senior Project Officer, Housing First for Young People Leaving Care in the Leasing Projects team, you will lead the delivery of the Housing First for Young People Leaving Care housing component. The program is led by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) and will support 225 young people with leaving residential care with intensive support for 3 years and guaranteed housing for a minimum of 2 years. You will advise and coordinate the responsibilities of registered housing agencies and DFFH staff, including within operational divisions, Homes Victoria and the Housing Call Centre. You will develop partnerships with registered housing agencies and support engagement with the public housing system to ensure secure housing outcomes. You will support the delivery of housing services by registered housing agencies by maintaining housing program guidelines. You will require a high standard of stakeholder engagement and the ability to provide authoritative responses to complex and sensitive problems for internal and external stakeholders. You will apply a systems thinking approach to issues the program presents with an ability to research, analyse and present findings to combat the issues. You will also bring a strong knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 as well as an understanding of the public and community housing system. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE • Successful co-ordination of housing outcomes across multiple stakeholders. • Undertake all project management activities in accordance with departmental processes. • Provide authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed briefs and reports. 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.