Capability Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: $97,955 - $111,142

Grade: VPS 4

Occupation: Emergency management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DFFH/DFEM/375437SEP

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. .

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

Housing Victoria | Jobs )

THE ROLE

The Capability Officer is a key role in developing and implementing capability initiatives (people - including surge options, systems, processes, governance, and resources); developing and implementing training, exercising and lessons management for continuous improvement; and contributing to various plans, processes and strategies to ensure the department is able to respond to emergencies impacting the Victorian community. The role contributes to the 24/7/365 roster and operational response to emergencies and provides important subject matter expertise during emergency operations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

  • Lead or support programs and activities which support capability development (people, systems, processes, governance and resources).
  • Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement, including contributing to the development of lessons management capability.
  • Assist with the building and implementation of an emergency management Learning and Development program.

Please open the position description to read more.

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 )

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

Applications close Monday 22 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

8 September 2025

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