Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $138,631 - $185,518
Grade: VPS 6
Occupation: Consulting and strategy
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DFFH/COPL/00737986
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)
Reporting to the Director, Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Response team (CSERT), you will be part of a small specialist team responsible for the delivery of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing's strategy for responding to child sexual and criminal exploitation (CCE). This includes leading the development of an intelligence function to harness existing data sources, enhance detection and work in partnerships with Victoria Police and other intelligence areas to respond to child sexual exploitation.
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
Reporting to the Director, Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Response team (CSERT), you will be part of a small specialist team responsible for the delivery of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing's strategy for responding to child sexual and criminal exploitation (CCE). This includes leading the development of an intelligence function to harness existing data sources, enhance detection and work in partnerships with Victoria Police and other intelligence areas to respond to child sexual exploitation.
The role supports the work of CSERT with primary responsibilities relating to:
- assisting the implementation of the team's Strategic Plan to enhance joint responses to CSE that involves leading and supporting multi-disciplinary projects, data analysis and reporting, and providing strategic advice to the Director
- providing authoritative strategic advice to relevant senior managers and units within operational and policy areas demonstrating flexibility, sound judgement and the ability to take effective, timely action
- developing, implementing and managing the CSERT intelligence function to ensure the accessibility and provision of high quality and high value intelligence services, and data products in a timely manner.
The role requires demonstrated leadership experience in the development, implementation, and support of operations relating to CSE/ CCE responses or related crime themes in intelligence agencies, policing or justice related areas.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Build and oversee CSERT intelligence capability as it relates to enhancing the departmental response to CSE and CCE, through:
- research, analysis and implementation of intelligence practice activities and products with defined outputs and outcomes
- being accountable for the successful delivery and completion of initiatives related to building intelligence capability within resourcing, timeline, and budget parameters
- monitoring and evaluating activities to ensure departmental objectives to counter CSE are met.
- Lead a small team responsible for embedding intelligence capability to enhance responses to CSE through the use of evidence-based intelligence practices, data insights and inter-agency collaboration.
- Develop intelligence operations in support of practice initiatives to meet the strategic directions for managing and delivering an enhanced response to CSE and CCE.
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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.
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 Thursday 7 August 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
24 July 2025