Location: Melbourne | Southern MetropolitanJob type: Full timeOrganisation: Department of Families, Fairness and HousingOccupation: Strategic ManagementReference: VG/DFFH/COPL/00403625The 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.THE ROLEThe Principal Adviser is responsible for the management of strategic projects, fostering key internal and external relationships, event management, change management processes, area communications and the provision of high-level support to the Area Executive Director and the area executive.This is achieved by:providing internal consultancy to members of the area executiveundertaking and managing projects in areas of specific importance and innovationundertaking research and coordinating the collection of evidence and data which support innovation and service improvementdeveloping and maintaining strong and effective relationships with stakeholders across the department and the sectorsupporting the Division and Area in both internal and external strategic planning processesACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDELead key projects on behalf of the area or Area Executive Director, ensuring that project outcomes align with government and departmental objectives.Provide high-level expertise and authoritative advice, including autonomously where required, ensuring that any advice conforms to departmental or divisional guidelines, plans, protocols or frameworks.Provide leadership, guidance, and authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, and submissions on complex matters.COVID-19 VACCINATIONThe department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.HOW TO APPLYAll 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.
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