Senior Project Manager - Dev. P'ships

Senior Project Manager – Development Partnerships

Department of Families, Fairness and Housing

Position Details

• Work Type: Fixed-term, Full-time
• Salary: $116,413 - $140,849
• Grade: VPS 5
• Occupation: Construction
• Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
• Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/00786656

About the Department

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works 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 benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We operate 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.

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager – Development Partnerships advances social and affordable housing opportunities through key partnerships with Community Housing Providers, developers and builders. You will:

• Identify and assess potential development sites through detailed analysis and understanding of land, development and planning considerations
• Develop and maintain necessary stakeholder relationships to deliver key projects through various contracting and partnership arrangements
• Review and provide feedback on due diligence and feasibility assessments
• Identify land assembly requirements and manage project risk
• Liaise with landowners to facilitate access to land for due diligence
• Provide program updates and facilitate administration of land transactions
• Ensure acquisition activities comply with the Victorian Government Land Transaction Policy
• Manage construction contracts

Required Expertise and Skills

• Expertise and skills in property analysis, including understanding of redevelopment and commercial feasibility drivers
• Proven track record of effective stakeholder engagement, particularly with state government landholding agencies
• Project management skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to create and maintain accurate records

Accountabilities

• Provide strategic analysis and advice to develop the property portfolio pipeline in the short, medium and long term, including funding and approval requirements
• Be responsible for the performance of development partners with respect to existing and new agreements and their required deliverables with key stakeholders including Housing Australia
• Be responsible for reporting progress through various formats and to various stakeholders, tailoring the reporting style to suit respective audiences and escalating any risks before they become issues

How to Apply

• Applicants are encouraged to apply online
• Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats
• Submit a CV and Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining 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

Applications close: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted: 15 October 2026

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, visit www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs

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