Senior Engagement Adviser 2x Positions

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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THE ROLE

The Senior Stakeholder Engagement Adviser plays a vital role in providing strategic engagement advice and support to the work of Homes Victoria. The purpose of the role is to provide strategic stakeholder and community engagement and issues management to build social licence for Homes Victoria.

The position reports to the Head of Community and Stakeholder Engagement and works collaboratively to support all branches across the organisation. You will support the Head of Community and Stakeholder Engagement to ensure the large and complex delivery program achieves its objectives through your work of listening to, engaging with, informing, communicating with, and building respectful and inclusive relationships with our communities and stakeholders.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Ensure the application of the most appropriate engagement methods for each individual project and/or stakeholder, identifying innovative practices to maximise the effectiveness and productivity of the team.
• Build and maintain the reputation of Homes Victoria through strong stakeholder engagement and utilising a risk/issues lens, creating an understanding for how Homes Victoria builds its social licence.
• Initiate and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and seek opportunities to engage stakeholders in the developing and implementing new and/or contemporary methodologies to improve engagement services.

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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.