Manager, Wovg Reform And National Policy

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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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)

THE ROLE

Manager - WOVG Reform and National Policy

 Reporting to the Director, Reform and Impact, the Manager, WOVG Reform and National Policy will lead Family Safety Victoria's intergovernmental relations with the Commonwealth and reform oversight, governance, monitoring and reporting functions. This work includes, but is not limited to managing:

 the Victorian Government's 10-year plan to end family violence and its Rolling Action Plans

• key family violence governance groups across the Victorian Government
• intergovernmental relations with the Commonwealth and other states and territories
• Implementation of and reporting against National Partnership Agreements and actions under the National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children.

 The Manager will contribute to the strategic leadership of Family Safety Victoria, and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

 ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Strategically design and develop the delivery of departmental objectives that impact significant localised service delivery and meet statewide departmental and government objectives and community expectations.
• Maintain an understanding of issues impacting the department's clients and investigate and lead critical projects that develop and review policies, professional standards and operating practices that enhance service delivery, budget effectiveness, efficiency and improved client outcomes.
• Forge strong connections across the department and with external stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.

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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)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.