Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $138,631 - $185,518
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Community services
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/716720G
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)
This senior position within the Area structure of Community Operations and Practice Leadership (COPL) Division will apply specialist skills and knowledge in social housing and stakeholder engagement. The position will have a lead role to coordinate site level planning, governance, engagement, projects and correspondence for the high-rise public housing relocation program. This role will focus on public housing high rise sites in North East Melbourne Area and the Hume Merri-Bek Area, including Collingwood, Richmond, Fitzroy, Brunswick and Northcote. The successful candidate will be responsible for joining up functions performed within local housing teams and key business units within Homes Victoria including relocations, asset management, communication and engagement. The role will drive practices that prioritise renter voice and aspires for a seamless relocation experience.
Please open the position description to read more.
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
This senior position within the Area structure of Community Operations and Practice Leadership (COPL) Division will apply specialist skills and knowledge in social housing and stakeholder engagement. The position will have a lead role to coordinate site level planning, governance, engagement, projects and correspondence for the high-rise public housing relocation program. This role will focus on public housing high rise sites in North East Melbourne Area and the Hume Merri-Bek Area, including Collingwood, Richmond, Fitzroy, Brunswick and Northcote. The successful candidate will be responsible for joining up functions performed within local housing teams and key business units within Homes Victoria including relocations, asset management, communication and engagement. The role will drive practices that prioritise renter voice and aspires for a seamless relocation experience.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Lead the development and delivery of site-specific engagement and action plans for the high-rise public housing relocation program.
- Drive standards and practices that uphold our commitment to renter voice on decisions important to them
- Establish trusted relationships, communication and engagement channels with renters and community partners that are critical to the program.
Please open the position description to read more.
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.
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.
Applications close Wednesday 3 September 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
20 August 2025