Join the WIFVC team as our MARAM Specialist Advisor! This role is available on a part-time (0.8) 12-month fixed term basis (with possibility of extension dependent on funding). The salary for this role is a SCHADS Level 7 ($115,626.68 - $120,447.03 pro rata), plus superannuation and up to $15,990 salary sacrificing.

As our MARAM Specialist Advisor you will sit within the Western Integrated Family Violence Committee (WIFVC). The WIFVC is a representative, whole-of-sector reference group comprising key stakeholders committed to reducing family violence in Melbourne’s west. The WIFVC is one of 13 regional committees across Victoria funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH).

The purpose of this role is to lead the delivery of Multi Agency Risk Assessment and Management and Information Sharing (MARAMIS) alignment activities with stakeholders across the western metropolitan region as part of the MARAMIS Sector Support Program 2024 –25. This position will lead and advise on organisational and system level change management initiatives to contribute to system improvement through MARAM Alignment.

Reporting to the Principal Strategic Advisor you will be responsible for:

• Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of MARAM Alignment strategies and work plans for the WIFVC. This includes the MARAM Sector Support Program 2024 - 25.
• Identifying barriers and opportunities for organisational MARAM alignment and service system integration, whilst leading the development and facilitation of innovative solutions to meet identified needs.
• Leading the monitoring and analysis of MARAM alignment progress within prescribed organisations and across the service system, and provide strategic advice on key priorities for MARAM alignment for a range of stakeholders.
• Developing and promoting appropriate activities, resources and communications that support MARAM alignment for a variety of target audiences.
• Coordinating, developing, delivering and evaluating training, coaching and mentoring in a variety of settings within the region that support MARAM alignment.
• Overseeing the MARAM Collaborative Practice training program and casual sessional trainers.

Essential

• Tertiary qualifications in social work, community development, gender studies, and/or a social policy discipline.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Multi Agency Risk Assessment and Management. Framework and the broader family violence reform environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of family violence including an understanding of issues relating to the gendered nature of family violence.
• Experience in leading organisational change management projects.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal and written communication skills, including the preparation of reports and tailoring communications to relevant stakeholders.

For more information about the responsibilities of this role, please see the Position Description.

We are actively hiring for this role, applications will close on the advertised closing date. For more information about the responsibilities of this role, please see the Position Description found at https://genwest.org.au/about-us/work-with-us/