- Three day week position – choose your days of work
- Generous Salary – $119,093pa (Fulltime Equivalent) plus salary packaging
- Fixed term to December 2026
- Join a passionate and dedicated People and Learning team.
About the role
The Sexual Harm Practice and Workforce Development Lead will coordinate the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Sexual Assault Pilot (SAP), part of the Victims Legal Service Extension Pilot (VLSP) Program.
The VLSP is a partnership between Victoria Legal Aid, Women’s Legal Services Victoria and Djirra, delivering free legal advice and support to women who have experienced sexual harm.
Based in the People and Learning team, this role strengthens culturally safe responses for Aboriginal women who have experienced sexual harm, builds workforce capability across frontline and leadership teams, and represents Djirra in external SAP working groups and stakeholder forums.
About You
You are an experienced workforce development or practice leader with strong project coordination skills and a commitment to trauma-informed, culturally safe practice. You understand the drivers and impacts of sexual harm, particularly for Aboriginal women, and are confident building capability across frontline and leadership teams.
Experience working with an Aboriginal Controlled Community Organisation (ACCO) is highly valued.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications will close at midnight on Sunday 15 March 2026.
Please note this role may close prior to the advertised closing date (if applicable) if a suitable
applicant is identified, or if we receive a high volume of quality applicants.
If you are interested in this position, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
A Position Description for this role can be viewed on the Djirra website ‘Join our Team’ page. Please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at hrinfo@djirra.org.au for a confidential discussion if you would like further information.
To apply, please click the ‘apply’ button and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions which will be sent via email once you have submitted your application. Please note screening questions are a requirement of your application. During the application process you may see an option to upload a video. Please note this is not a requirement of the application process.
Requirements
* Tertiary qualifications in social work, workforce development, education and training or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
* A Drivers Licence as this role may be required to travel to other Djirra offices to facilitate training in Victoria
Benefits
- Attractive salary packaging options (including meals and entertainment)
- Generous leave provisions apply and annual leave loading
- Employee Assistance Program with supportive, confidential counselling for personal and work concern
- Collaborative and inclusive team
- Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
- Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
