THE ROLE This position will provide community engagement and administrative support to departmental projects and initiatives on the Collingwood, Fitzroy and Richmond public housing estates. This is a great opportunity to gain experience and develop new skills and capabilities within a supportive team environment. To succeed in this role you will be: Interested in community development or working with local communities. Someone who likes working with other people and is a good communicator. Well organised and attentive to detail. Able to work confidently with different computer applications. Applications from residents of public housing in the City of Yarra will be prioritised. Applications are particularly encouraged from members of culturally and linguistically diverse communities (CALD), women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. COVID-19 VACCINATIONThe department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status. HOW TO APPLY 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 (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs) Please apply to submit your interest in this position.