Join the WIFVC team as our Workforce Development Lead! This role is available on a part-time (0.8) 12-month fixed term basis (with the possibility of extension, dependent on funding). The salary for this role is a SCHADS Level 7 ($122,670 – $127,788) pro rata, plus superannuation and up to $15,990 salary sacrificing.
About the role
As our Workforce Development Lead, 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 –27. This position will lead and advise on organisational and system level change management initiatives to contribute to system improvement through MARAM Alignment.
Key responsibilities:
Reporting to the Principal Strategic Advisor you will be responsible for:
- Developing and leading implementation of WIFVC’s 2026-2029 Workforce Strategy
- Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of MARAM Alignment strategies and work plans for the WIFVC, including for the MARAM Sector Support Program 2024-27.
- Overseeing the MARAM Collaborative Practice training program, including management of training logistics and casual sessional trainers.
- Coordinating, developing, delivering and evaluating training, coaching and mentoring in a variety of settings within the region that support MARAM alignment.
- 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.
- Identifying barriers and opportunities for organisational MARAM alignment and service system integrating, and lead the development and facilitation of innovative solutions to meet identified needs.
About you
Essential
- Extensive experience working within Family Violence ideally within a leadership or senior role
- Tertiary qualifications in social work, community development, gender studies, and/or a social policy discipline (as per the MMQ)
- Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated experience applying the Multi Agency Risk Assessment and Management Framework (MARAM), and understanding of the broader family violence reform environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of family violence including an understanding of issues relating to the gendered nature of family violence.
- Event management experience (or transferable skills)
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal and written communication skills, including the preparation of reports and tailoring communications to relevant stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and critically
- Experience with Microsoft 365 applications and SurveyMonkey
- Working with Children’s Check
- Police Check (and international police check if lived overseas for a year or more in the last 10 years)
- Current driver’s license and ability to travel to attend relevant training sessions
Desired
- General understanding and/or knowledge of the western suburbs
- Experience with Humanitix, Mailchimp and Canva
- Experience leading organisational change management projects.
We are actively hiring for this role, so apply ASAP; applications will close on 26th July 2026.
Should you have any questions or queries, or wish to review the Position Description for this role, please email recruitment@genwest.org.au
