Senior Adviser

Victorian Government; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Victorian Government's Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) invites applications for the Senior Adviser for Aboriginal Statewide Coordination and Implementation. The role contributes to strategic direction and aims to improve social and economic participation for Aboriginal individuals, families and communities.

You will lead delivery of key projects in partnership with Aboriginal communities and inter-sectoral partners, applying place-based approaches and strengthening

Qualifications

• Experience in senior advisory or leadership roles within government.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal affairs, self-determination and community development.
• Ability to partner with Aboriginal communities and across departments.

Responsabilités

• Identify opportunities to improve service quality through consultation with Aboriginal communities, stakeholders and organisations.
• Support monitoring of existing programs and services on the experience of Aboriginal people and contribute to policy development.
• Work across DFFH to advocate for better outcomes for Aboriginal people and participate in relevant forums and networks.

Description du poste

Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DFFH/381745

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 (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

THE ROLE

The Senior Adviser for Aboriginal Statewide Coordination and Implementation, Aboriginal Self-determination and Outcomes Division contributes significantly to the strategic direction of Department Families Fairness and Housing (DFFH) by providing earlier and more connected support. The position advances the well-being of Aboriginal individuals, families and communities by creating opportunities for social and economic participation, and by driving localised, community-centred solutions that support Aboriginal people to build better lives and reach their full potential.

The role leads the delivery of agreed key projects and initiatives, in partnership with Aboriginal community, inter-sectoral and whole-of-government partners. It maintains a continuous focus on service quality, innovative delivery models and improved outcomes across Aboriginal health, community and social welfare. Central to this work is a genuine partnership approach with Aboriginal community-controlled organisations and the broader sector to ensure self-determined outcomes for local communities. This includes applying place-based approaches that recognise the unique characteristics, relationships and strengths of each community and location when designing or investing in interventions.

This Senior Adviser will also play a critical role in developing community engagement strategies that align with the broader goal of self-determination – helping Aboriginal individuals and communities to exercise agency, make decisions that benefit them, and build resilient, self-sufficient communities better equipped to address their own challenges and opportunities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Identify opportunities to improve service quality and evidence-based service models through effective consultation with key Aboriginal communities, stakeholders and organisations.
• Support monitoring of existing programs and services on the experience of Aboriginal people, including, contributing towards development and implementation of relevant policies, programs and plans.
• Work in partnership across DFFH to advocate for better outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities and actively participate in relevant key department forums, networks and committees.

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A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE

The Equal Opportunity Act 2010, provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions, therefore the following has been applied to this role.

This is a Designated role - Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

Applications close Thursday 29 October 2026 at 11.59pm