Governance and Support Officer

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DFFH/744437

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

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced Governance and Support Officer to support the delivery of the High-Rise Cooling Program for the Planned Asset Improvement Unit of Homes Victoria's Asset Management Branch. The Governance and Support Officer is a key role in a collaborative team focused on the installation of cooling to the portfolio of high-rise public housing towers throughout Victoria.

The Governance and Support Officer is responsible for the coordination and effective operation of program governance committee meetings and overseeing the collation of metrics to prepare regular reporting on the implementation of the High-Rise Cooling Program including the provision of support and expertise as needed to a small team of Project Managers.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

- In conjunction with the program manager and chairs of governance committees coordinate the scheduling of meetings and assist in the preparation and presentation of agenda, papers, minutes and action register/s to comply with High-Rise Cooling Program governance terms of reference, decisions and policies.

- Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.

- Prepare and present accurate and detailed written reports and briefing materials on the High-Rise Cooling Program implementation.

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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.

Applications close Wednesday 29 October 2025 at 11.59pm

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