Administration Officer, Child Protection Litigation
2 days ago
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
**Salary**: $55,439 - $71,194
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: VG/DFFH/LES/375237A
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, LGBTQI+ 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.
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**THE ROLE**
The Administration Officer role provides critical administrative support services to the Child Protection Litigation Office (CPLO) and will assist the leadership team, as well as the CPLO's solicitors. The CPLO plays a critical part in the department's child protection program by providing legal advice and representation to child protection practitioners in the specialist Children's Courts in Melbourne City, Moorabbin and Broadmeadows. You will work predominantly in the Business Operations Team at CPLO, however, in accordance with clause 19 of the VPS Agreement (where applicable), you may be asked to join a different team where business operations require this. The role is a contact point for stakeholders from a diverse range of organisations, government, and private organisations. Attention to detail, teamwork, agility and flexibility underpin success in this role as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.
**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Under general direction, provide assistance with office processes and corporate information systems such as records management, financial information, client payments and ministerial correspondence.
- Ensure data is accurate and complete when entering into systems.
- Answer queries in person or via the phone, provide timely advice and undertake general follow up action as required, including correctly redirecting incoming mail and queries.
**Please open the position description to read more.**
**VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY**
The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's **COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy**(Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.
**HOW TO APPLY**
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.
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