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 Director, Redress (Program and Operations) will:
- Oversee and lead the design and implementation of reform, legislation, system performance, policies and programs across a range of services for people who have experienced abuse, neglect and time in institutional settings. This includes leading and delivery of services as part of the National Redress Scheme and overseeing the delivery and operation of the Victorian Redress for Historical Institutional Abuse scheme (Redress) which is an election commitment and Ministerial priority.
- Manage a range of cross government work with the Commonwealth and other jurisdictions relating to Victorian Redress and National Redress and survivors of institutional care as children.
- This position will oversee and synthesise considerable existing effort that supports significant and growing policy and program areas including; people with lived and living experience of historical institutional care settings; National Redress Scheme coordination and supports; establishment and delivery of Victorian Redress. It will involve leading the unit across policy and program delivery and manage staffing capability and capacity to meet fluctuating demand, reporting and accountability.
Accountabilities include
- Lead and oversee the design, implementation and operational delivery of reform, legislation, system performance, policies and programs across a range of services for people with lived and living experience of historical institutional care settings, and National and State redress schemes. Lead the design of projects and initiatives within this area of responsibility and provide authoritative advice to government, divisions and stakeholder groups.
- Collaborate with government departments including relevant Commonwealth government departments and entities, Victorian government departments of Justice and Community Safety, Education, Premier and Cabinet, Department of Treasury and Finance, Family Safety Victoria, Victoria Police, the Coroner, and the Commission for Children and Young People in the development and design of legislation, protocols, policies and new initiatives.
- Develop and maintain strong productive relationships with department stakeholders including DFFH staff, government departments, external agencies and service providers, to improve services to children, individuals and families.
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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 suitabil
ity 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.