Manager, NDIS Governance and Policy

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $138,631 - $185,518

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: Policy

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/724872

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 Manager, NDIS Governance and Policy is responsible for driving Victoria's co-governance of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and leading on NDIS legislative and policy development and inputting into the broader disability reform agenda where it intersects with the NDIS. This role is responsible for developing Victoria's positions on the wide range of NDIS legislative and policy issues and supporting engagement at the intergovernmental level to negotiate national positions.

This position is responsible for analysing and providing advice on draft policy intent and draft legislative amendments in close collaboration with DFFH and DPC legal teams and VGSO. The Manager is also responsible for Victoria's responses to recommendations to the NDIS Review and Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability (Disability Royal Commission) where they relate to the NDIS. The role is also responsible for coordinating the briefing process for the Disability Reform Ministerial Council and related officials forums.

The Manager leads a small team and works in close partnership with the Disability Reform team given the current significant disability reform agenda that includes reform to the NDIS. The Manager, NDIS Governance and Policy will need to work closely with a broad range of stakeholders within the department and across the Victorian Government, as well as across jurisdictions and with the Commonwealth. The Manager will be required to drive and manage the analysis and coordination of complex information through liaison, negotiation and influence. They will act as the key coordination and management point for briefing processes for intergovernmental matters across a broad range of portfolio areas. Drawing on their skills as a manager and the strengths of team members, they will proactively develop strategic solutions and resolve intergovernmental issues as they arise.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Where responsible for overseeing, monitoring or delivering projects, ensure they are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation and government regulations and guidelines.
• Provide leadership, guidance and authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.
• Identify emerging issues, risk and trends impacting on the successful achievement of key business objectives and imperatives and provide high quality business intelligence and sound recommendations based on comprehensive research and investigations.

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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 o f 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 )

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

Applications close Monday 15 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

1 September 2025