Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
Reference: VG/DFFH/FSV/540707R
Job posted: 19/11/2024
Closes: 08/12/2024
Classification: VPSG6
Salary Range: $134,593 - $180,115
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 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.
THE ROLE Manager, Aboriginal Service Design The Manager, Aboriginal Service Design is a senior member of the Aboriginal Initiatives Unit in the Family & Sexual Violence Programs Branch, Family Safety Victoria, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing.
The Manager provides effective leadership of the team responsible for a range of Aboriginal governance structures and provision of high-quality policy, project and reporting support to monitor progress and deliver actions against: Dhelk Dja: Safe Our Way – Strong Culture, Strong Peoples, Strong Families, the Aboriginal 10 year Family Violence Agreement. This team supports the Dhelk Dja Partnership Forum, which is the key governance structure that brings together Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal services and Government to create a future where Aboriginal people live free from family violence.
This role will lead the delivery of critical actions under Dhelk Dja Strategic Priorities three – Self-determining Aboriginal family violence support and services, Priority four – System transformation based on self-determination, and Priority five – Aboriginal-led and informed innovation, data and research, along with relevant activities under the Dhelk Dja Three Year Action Plan and the Dhelk Dja 10 Year Agreement.
The Manager will build strong relationships across Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal services, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, and other government departments/agencies to support outcomes in line with Dhelk Dja. The Manager role will provide management and leadership support for a team and work as part of a collaborative Aboriginal Initiatives Unit leadership group.
The role actively works collaboratively with government and non-government stakeholders across the state to ensure engagement with Aboriginal communities to develop solutions to issues of family violence involving Aboriginal people. The position is tasked with ensuring that there is Aboriginal voice in the coordination of responses to family violence in Aboriginal communities in line with the principle of self-determination.
The successful applicant will require a strong knowledge of Aboriginal culture and principles of self-determination, as well as proven highly developed leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. They will also require a strong understanding of public policy and the political environment in relation to Aboriginal communities and the Aboriginal Affairs reform agenda.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE Forge strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal services and organisations, government and non-government sectors to facilitate a partnership approach to achieving the strategic priorities outlined in the Dhelk Dja 10 Year Agreement.Maintain an understanding of issues impacting stakeholders and projects and identify and actively manage emerging issues and areas of risk.Maintain accurate records and project management reports to track progress and outcomes of the Dhelk Dja Agreement and the Partnership Forum, and to meet reporting and other government reporting requirements.A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE
The Equal Opportunity Act 2010 provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions; therefore, the following has been applied to this role. This is a Designated role - Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
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 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.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Wayne Freeman, Director, Aboriginal Initiatives | 88507185 ******
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Family Safety Victoria job application system.
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