Director, Victim Survivor Programs Unit (Ses1)

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, 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. .

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THE ROLE

The Director, Victim Survivor Programs provides strategic and programmatic leadership, develops and delivers evidence informed approaches to the development and program management of family violence and sexual assault services. The role supports continuous improvement in performance and service quality in family violence and sexual assault services. The Director works in partnership with colleagues across FSV, government and sector to implement and operationalise family violence and sexual assault programs and services.

The Director is responsible for three teams comprising approximately 28 staff in total and a program budget for $385 million per annum.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Establish, lead and manage the newly established Victim Survivor Programs Unit which brings to more cohesively and effectively translate policy into service delivery for Victim Survivors. The Unit is keenly focused on achieving improved client and community outcomes and delivering on the intent of Victoria's family and sexual violence reform agenda.
• Lead the development, implementation and program management of specialist family violence and sexual assault programs and services for Victim Survivors. 
• Lead on the delivery of family violence crisis accommodation services and partner effectively with Homes Victoria to support the delivery of refuge capital projects and ensure that Victim Survivors can appropriately access social and affordable housing options.

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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.

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)

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Family Safety Victoria

Melbourne, VIC

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