Principal Practice Adviser

6 hours ago

Melbourne, Australia Victorian Government Full time

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

**Salary**: $138,631 - $185,518

**Grade**:VPS 6

**Occupation**:Child protection

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

**Reference**:VG/DFFH/COPL/377768JUL

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..

If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large
print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed
on the ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and
**THE ROLE**

The Principal Practice Adviser - Child Protection, will support the work of the Victorian child protection program via the child protection focused functions and work areas across the Office of Professional Practice (OPP).
- Experience in the operational delivery of statutory child protection services is essential for this role, as well as strong understanding of the current operational landscape for child protection and out of home care services.

**ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE**
- Develop and implement projects which support the delivery of consistent and high quality statutory child practice in the Victorian statutory system led by DFFH.
- Support the development and progression of the broader departmental and branch priorities of the OPP.

**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 Wednesday 13 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted
- 30 July 2025

  • Principal Practice Adviser

    6 hours ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    **THE ROLE** The aim of the Principal Practice Adviser Child Protection and Children and Families is to provide practice leadership, advice and support as it relates to child protection and other parts of the service system that intersect with children and young people involved with Child Protection. The role aims to strengthen the skills and knowledge of...

  • Principal Practice Adviser

    6 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    **THE ROLE** The aim of the Principal Practice Adviser is to strengthen the skills and knowledge of child protection practitioners and build a child-focussed family-centred practice culture that integrates evidence from research and critical reflection. The Principal Practice Adviser will undertake specialist assessments, interventions and case reviews The...

  • Disability Practice Adviser

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    **THE ROLE** The Disability Practice Adviser supports the care of children with complex disability who require additional mainstream supports to sustain their care in the family home, or who are residing outside the family home. This includes supporting NDIS registered providers delivering services to children with a complex disability and their families...

  • Principal Adviser

    1 week ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    **THE ROLE** The Principal Adviser will be part of a collaborative and innovative team. The Principal Adviser will lead the development of commercial and financial analysis, funding structures and commercial development models for property and infrastructure projects and programs to be delivered in partnerships between Homes Victoria and third-party...

  • Disability Practice Adviser

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

    **THE ROLE** The Disability Practice Adviser supports the care of children with complex disability who require additional mainstream supports to sustain their care in the family home, or who are residing outside the family home. This includes supporting NDIS registered providers delivering services to children with a complex disability and their families...

  • Principal Adviser

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia Homes Victoria Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Full time / 3-year fixed term Organisation: Homes Victoria **Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115 Occupation: Construction Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/597977 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...

  • Principal Adviser, Engagement

    1 week ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full time

    **Use your expertise to lead strategic engagement and communication initiatives for Tobacco Licensing Victoria.**: - **Fixed Term, Full-Time opportunity to work with a genuinely high-performing, friendly, and passionate team.**: - **VPS Grade 6: $138,631 - $185,518 plus superannuation.** The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a...

  • Principal Adviser

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia SHK Asia Pacific Full time

    **New executive role**: - **Trusted adviser to CEO and Board**: - **Support excellence** **About the organisation** Created by government for government, the Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG) works with owner governments and partner universities to strengthen the quality of public sector leadership in Australia and Aotearoa-New...

  • Principal Adviser

    2 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

    ***: The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the planning and delivery of the Victorian Government's multibillion-dollar health infrastructure program including $16.6 billion in managed assets and $8.8 billion in planning and delivery. Our work includes planning and building new hospitals and ambulance stations, aged care and mental...

  • Principal Adviser

    6 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

    Role purpose The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the planning and delivery of the Victorian Government's multibillion-dollar health infrastructure program including $16.6 billion in managed assets and $8.8 billion in planning and delivery. Our work includes planning and building new hospitals and ambulance stations, aged care...