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SalaryThe 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, LGBTQI+ 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)Job DetailsDepartment: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Work Type: Ongoing - full time or part time Job Function: Community Services Classification: VPSG2.1 Work Location: Footscray Reference: VG/DFFH/WWD/379946X2 Closing Date: 28-May-2024 Salary Range: $56,834 - $64,911 Job Duration: N/A Attachments: (PDF, 289KB)
Job Specification(Word, 126KB)
Job SpecificationContact: Chloe Desira
0438 450 972 or chloe.desira@dffh.vic.gov.auPosition DetailsTHE ROLEAdministration Officers provide a point of contact for key stakeholders from a diverse range of organisations, government, private, public and community services sectors. Attention to detail and teamwork underpin success in this role as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.The role provides assistance to the Child Protection program and will be responsible for a range of key tasks from preparation of high-level correspondence, complaint management, diary management, meeting preparation, minute taking, coordination and management of a range of secretariat and administrative support functions.Pivotal to your success in this challenging yet fulfilling role, the successful candidate will possess demonstrable skills in the following key areas.
- Exceptionally strong organisational skills coupled with a strong problem-solving skills and ability to take the initiative.
- Self-motivated underpinned by a can-do attitude.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to forge relationships at all levels of the Organisation.
- A remarkably strong team focus with responsiveness and attentiveness a strong indicator of future success.
- Advanced computer skills uses a wide range of software applications such as word processing and spreadsheets; assists others with problem-solving on word processing and related applications.
- Planning and organisation regularly plans and tracks progress on work tasks; takes an organised, methodical approach to work; addresses priority tasks first.
- Written communication: prepares basic letters, emails and reports using clear, concise, and grammatically correct language; organises information in a logical sequence, includes content appropriate for the purpose and audience.
- Self-management: accepts responsibilities for own actions; focuses on the most important goals; has a realistic and balanced view of own strengths and weaknesses; recognises own feelings and personal prejudices and understands why they occur.
The department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current , 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 (JSE)
https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page
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.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.Job details Department: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
Job Reference: VG/DFFH/WWD/379946X2
Location: Footscray
Work Type: Ongoing - full time or part time
Job Function: Community Services
Classification: VPSG2.1
Salary Range: $56,834 - $64,911
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 14-May-2024
Application Close Date: 28-May-2024
Attachments: (PDF, 289KB)
Job Specification(Word, 126KB)
Job SpecificationContact:Chloe Desira0438 450 972 or chloe.desira@dffh.vic.gov.au
