Practice Adviser, Housing Practice Advice and Support

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Victorian Government Full time

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Ongoing - Full-time

**Salary**: $97,955 - $111,142

**Grade**:VPS 4

**Occupation**:Community services

**Location**:Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

**Reference**:VG/DFFH/COPL/677008JUL

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
backgrounds and abilities..

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**THE ROLE**

The Practice Adviser undertakes a range of projects and activities to support the delivery of practice change to frontline public housing through analysis of issues and preparation of practice resources and other operational guidance. The role requires a working knowledge of the social housing operational environment and the applicable legislative frameworks, as well as possessing well developed written and communication skills needed for the preparation of briefs, practice resources and other correspondence.
- The incumbent will be required to work with other teams, divisions and external agencies to ensure that outputs support the organisational objectives of the Office of Professional Practice.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Contribute to the detailed advice, recommendations and program options and solutions of complex and sensitive issues arising from housing operations and prepare practice initiatives that meet the strategic directions for managing and delivering high-quality services.
- Manage and/or support projects relating to the housing portfolio and OPP Strategic Plan to meet departmental objectives as they relate to the housing portfolio.
- Interpret and support the implementation and delivery of practical and policy initiatives by building and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach. This includes representing the department and OPP on internal and external committees and meetings as required.

**Please open the position description to read more.**

**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.

- Applications close Thursday 14 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 31 July 2025

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