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.
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For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs THE ROLE
The Senior Project Manager will work in a collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering the Government's agenda of increasing access to social and affordable housing for Victorians.
The role will require a dynamic, flexible, high-performance candidate with significant experience in large-scale delivery projects, design management, town planning processes, and construction.
The role will also require extensive project management experience, building strong stakeholder relationships, experience in providing authoritative advice, preparation of briefs and reports, coordination of procurement processes, and construction contract administration to deliver key capital project outcomes.
Are you: Experienced in coordinating and capturing outcomes and supporting the delivery of large-scale, fast-paced social infrastructure projects?Able to manage and oversee the full lifecycle of projects (including feasibility, construction and design management, government procurement processes, town planning, tendering, and contract administration) with a focus on identifying risks and establishing risk mitigation processes?A dynamic team player with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, committed to delivering outcomes under tight timeframes?Proficient in core project management competencies including cost management, programme preparation and tracking, quality and risk management, reporting, and compliance management?ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
Manage cross-functional delivery of projects impacted by sensitive and complex issues.Operate within a high level of autonomy and accountability in delivering within broad strategic directions.Provide leadership, guidance, and advice based on advanced expertise and manage stakeholders through effective negotiation and influence.COVID-19 VACCINATION
The 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 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 (JSE) portal. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
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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.
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
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