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Senior Policy Officer
- Work Type: Full time, 6-month contract
- Location: Melbourne (Fitzroy North)
- Applications close: 24 July 2026
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are seeking applications from highly motivated, reliable people who are keen to work in an Aboriginal organisation that is taking the next step towards self-determination and self-management by ensuring that the organisation can maintain a sustainable and financially viable housing portfolio across Victoria for Aboriginal people.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer – Governance, Quality and Compliance, the Senior Policy Officer is responsible for undertaking a range of executive coordination and secretariat and policy functions to support the goals of AHV. The incumbent is required to research, analyse and evaluate a wide range of information, options and other data to develop recommended policy positions, papers and proposals for the AHV Executive, and Board and Committees; and to lead and support the preparation of a range of compliance reporting to maintain AHV’s registration as a housing association.
Key attributes and skills required for the role include:
- Awareness and appreciation of Australian Indigenous societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues
- Experience in Minute taking, meeting coordination, collation of secretariat papers and accurate records and document management.
- Experience in developing a diverse range of corporate and operational policies, program procedures and manuals by undertaking the various aspects of the policy making process; such as research, development, consultation, drafting, implementation, and review.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively within and across teams to ensure the completion of common goals.
- Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely present information both in writing and verbally, together with the ability to communicate complex concepts to a broad audience.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills, particularly when working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Knowledge of the roles of Local, State and Federal Governments and the community housing sector.
- Highly organised with the ability to work on multiple tasks, manage competing priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
This position will be based in Fitzroy North.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the attached position description by COB 24 July 2026.
Applications should be sent to jobs@ahvic.org.au using the subject line: Senior Policy Officer - 6 months
Please direct inquiries about the position to Deb on 0408 055 373.
[1] Throughout this document the term “Aboriginal” is used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Housing Officer – Gippsland Region
- Work Type: Full time ongoing contract
- Location: Morwell
- Applications close: 31 July 2026
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are seeking applications from highly motivated, reliable people who are keen to work in an Aboriginal organisation that is taking the next step towards self-determination and self-management by ensuring that the organisation is able to maintain a sustainable and financially viable housing portfolio across Victoria for Aboriginal people.
The Housing Officer (HO) reports to the Housing Coordinator. The HO role is responsible for establishing sustainable tenancies with AHV’s client base, including undertaking property management duties with a complex client base. Housing Officers are required to build relationships with support services in their region to assist clients and support community capacity building.
We are looking for someone with awareness of Aboriginal cultures and the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia. They will bring a client centred focus to the role whilst being able to work within the legislative framework. Key attributes and skills required for the role include:
- Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal people.
- Knowledge of the tenancy and property management requirements of an Aboriginal housing provider or public housing provider, including the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, and other relevant legislation (or a demonstrated ability to acquire that knowledge quickly).
- Demonstrated capacity to work autonomously and to operate at a high level of personal responsibility for the effective completion of tasks.
- Experience working effectively with clients with complex needs and an ability to manage conflict effectively and confidently.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with AHV colleagues and management, external services and government organisations to achieve positive outcomes.
- The ability to monitor data integrity and apply appropriate procedures for maintaining accurate records.
- Strong attention to detail and exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload and remain solution focused.
- Proven experience with the Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn new software programs.
This position will be based in Morwell with regional travel required.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the attached position description by COB 31 July 2026.
Applications should be sent to Jobs@ahvic.org.au using the subject line: Housing Officer – Morwell
Please direct inquiries about the position to Melita on 0455 888 048.
[1] Throughout this document the term “Aboriginal” is used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Housing Officer - Bendigo Region
- Work Type: Part-time (0.5), 9-12 month contract
- Location: Bendigo
- Applications close: 31 July 2026
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are seeking applications from highly motivated, reliable people who are keen to work in an Aboriginal organisation that is taking the next step towards self-determination and self-management by ensuring that the organisation is able to maintain a sustainable and financially viable housing portfolio across Victoria for Aboriginal people.
The Housing Officer (HO) reports to the Housing Coordinator. The HO role is responsible for establishing sustainable tenancies with AHV’s client base, including undertaking property management duties with a complex client base. Housing Officers are required to build relationships with support services in their region to assist clients and support community capacity building.
We are looking for someone with awareness of Aboriginal cultures and the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia. They will bring a client centred focus to the role whilst being able to work within the legislative framework. Key attributes and skills required for the role include:
- Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal people.
- Knowledge of the tenancy and property management requirements of an Aboriginal housing provider or public housing provider, including the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, and other relevant legislation (or a demonstrated ability to acquire that knowledge quickly).
- Demonstrated capacity to work autonomously and to operate at a high level of personal responsibility for the effective completion of tasks.
- Experience working effectively with clients with complex needs and an ability to manage conflict effectively and confidently.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with AHV colleagues and management, external services and government organisations to achieve positive outcomes.
- The ability to monitor data integrity and apply appropriate procedures for maintaining accurate records.
- Strong attention to detail and exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload and remain solution focused.
- Proven experience with the Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn new software programs.
This position will be based in Bendigo with regional travel required. This is a part-time role with flexible hours, ideally 5 days per week (Mon-Fri) with later starts and early finish times.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the attached position description by COB 31 July 2026.
Applications should be sent to Jobs@ahvic.org.au using the subject line: Housing Officer – Bendigo
Please direct inquiries about the position to Jayden on 0437 730 595.
[1] Throughout this document the term “Aboriginal” is used to refer to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Expression of Interest for Board Directorships from Aboriginal candidates
AHV maintains a mix of Directors on the Board from different backgrounds, with complementary skills and experience in the areas of business, governance, asset management, law, finance and accounting, communications, social housing, housing development and construction, and Aboriginal community-controlled sectors.
AHV is undertaking an open expression of interest (EOI) process, to attract suitably qualified candidates for future directorships on the AHV Board.
For the 2026 EOI round, AHV is seeking EOIs from Aboriginal candidates only, preferably with experience in commercial law, and/or senior roles within the planning/housing construction sector.
We are looking to add to our established register of candidates who have been assessed as demonstrating the potential skills and attributes required, for nomination to Director vacancies as they become available.
The AHV Board Director Position Description is available in the below attachment.
An EOI information pack is available that provides details on the EOI process, and the skills and attributes for selection of candidates. An EOI form is also included.
A copy of the EOI pack is available by contacting Deb Connell, Senior Policy Officer at AHV via email: mailto:deb.connell@ahvic.org.au.
To be considered for the directorships, interested potential candidates must complete and return the EOI form with required supporting documentation by COB Friday 31 July 2026. Submission of resumes alone will not be accepted.