THE ROLEThe Engagement Officer sits within the newly established Service Delivery and Partnership Support team and performs a key role in facilitating stakeholder engagement to enhance Disability Homes Victoria's (DHV) service delivery model. The position will collaborate with the Partnership Lead and engage with DHV operational partners, such as Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers, through forums, capacity development functions, and place-based community engagements. The role will support engagement and assist in developing methods to manage collaboration agreements across several providers. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with stakeholder management and highly developed organisational skills.Accountabilities IncludeIdentify key stakeholders and collaborate with the Partnership Lead to develop communication and engagement plans that cater to the interest and influence level of each stakeholder.Contribute to planning forums, surveys, and interviews with key stakeholders to gather insights to inform communication, engagement, and partnership improvements to DHV's service delivery model.Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate place-based community engagements and forums.How To ApplyPlease open the position description to read more.All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) portal. 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.
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