Job Description
At the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, we are committed to developing a skilled and motivated workforce that makes a positive impact on the lives of Victorians.
About Us
We are a state government department dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities through our focus on child protection, housing, disability, family violence prevention, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans' support, women's empowerment, and youth services.
We strive to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected, and valued life. Our team works collaboratively in various community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities, and secure settings across metropolitan, rural, and regional Victoria.
We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
The Job Description
The Project Officer, External Governance will be responsible for coordinating oversight, monitoring, and progress reporting against inquiry, audit, and investigation recommendations related to the children and families service system.
The position will involve designing and implementing strategic reporting, completing quality improvement projects, and data analysis, supporting internal and external stakeholders on matters related to oversight body activity.
The Project Officer will also support key meetings and governance arrangements involving senior executives, enabling informed decision-making and timely follow-up of agreed actions.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate the oversight and monitoring of external oversight body inquiry, audit, and investigation recommendations, including public reporting of implementation progress.
Effectively maintain and develop reporting processes, governance, and infrastructure, providing advice and support to stakeholders and completing quantitative and qualitative data analysis tasks and projects.
Arrange meetings and events related to oversight body activity, including liaison with senior executives and stakeholders, coordinating papers, organizing venues, agendas, taking minutes, and follow-up actions, and making travel arrangements.
About Us
We are a state government department dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities through our focus on child protection, housing, disability, family violence prevention, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans' support, women's empowerment, and youth services.
We strive to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected, and valued life. Our team works collaboratively in various community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities, and secure settings across metropolitan, rural, and regional Victoria.
We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
The Job Description
The Project Officer, External Governance will be responsible for coordinating oversight, monitoring, and progress reporting against inquiry, audit, and investigation recommendations related to the children and families service system.
The position will involve designing and implementing strategic reporting, completing quality improvement projects, and data analysis, supporting internal and external stakeholders on matters related to oversight body activity.
The Project Officer will also support key meetings and governance arrangements involving senior executives, enabling informed decision-making and timely follow-up of agreed actions.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate the oversight and monitoring of external oversight body inquiry, audit, and investigation recommendations, including public reporting of implementation progress.
Effectively maintain and develop reporting processes, governance, and infrastructure, providing advice and support to stakeholders and completing quantitative and qualitative data analysis tasks and projects.
Arrange meetings and events related to oversight body activity, including liaison with senior executives and stakeholders, coordinating papers, organizing venues, agendas, taking minutes, and follow-up actions, and making travel arrangements.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Government Oversight Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in East Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
