Project Officer (00396288)

THE ROLE

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will play a key role in policy development, planning and program administration for initiatives to improve social inclusion and community participation, including the Neighbourhood House Coordination Program, Men's Shed Funding Program and other place-based social infrastructure programs and projects. You will also support delivery of government's Victorian Volunteer Strategy to uplift and increase volunteering across the state.

More broadly, the role will contribute to the work of the Community Inclusion, Carers and Volunteers Unit, as part of a collaborative approach to delivering on key government priorities in the Carers and Volunteers portfolio.

Reporting to the Senior Policy and Project Officer, Social Inclusion, the role operates within a complex and dynamic environment that requires strong program and project management skills, the ability to proactively develop and maintain effective relationships with key government and community stakeholders, and a working understanding of how to embed self-determination, diversity, equity and inclusion principles into programs and policy.  

This role will support the development of robust policy and program improvement options and government business including briefings, reports and submissions. As such, conceptual and analytical ability, and strong written communication skills are key, along with the ability to quickly understand new subject matter and demonstrate initiative and innovation.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Work collaboratively to develop, manage, review and evaluate policies, programs and projects, including identifying and mitigating risks and developing clear, evidence-informed options for improvement.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, including project planning, risk, budget and contract management, stakeholder engagement and support, project monitoring and progress reporting.
• Contribute to and support delivery of broader Unit, branch and division programs or projects; and provide social inclusion advice to other projects, policies, programs, processes and systems across government.

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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.