Head of Learning and Workforce Development

• Lead learning and workforce development for Australia’s national peak body committed to ending men’s use of family violence.

• Shape workforce capability and practice across the specialist men’s family violence sector.

• Flexible work arrangements with Melbourne or Sydney preferred.

About us

No To Violence (NTV) is Australia’s peak body for individuals and organisations that work with men that use violence. We provide training, sector development and advocacy across the sector. We operate the Men’s Referral Service, providing a counselling service and referral pathways directly to men who use violence. As a pro-feminist organisation, women and children are at the centre of what we do – by ending men’s use of family violence, families, individuals, and communities are safer.

We have strong values of Change, Leadership, Gender Equity and Accountability.

About the role

Role Type: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Melbourne or Sydney/hybrid

Closing date: 5.00pm, Tuesday 1 September 2026

As Head of Learning & Workforce Development, you’ll lead the team responsible for designing and delivering high-quality learning and workforce development initiatives that strengthen capability across the specialist men’s family violence sector. You’ll work with colleagues across policy, research and practice to turn evidence into practical learning that supports professionals working with men who use violence. This is an opportunity to shape new learning products, build strategic partnerships and drive continuous improvement in a nationally significant organisation. The role is based in Melbourne or Sydney with flexible working arrangements and occasional interstate travel.

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Lead high-performing learning teams
• Design impactful learning solutions
• Build strong strategic partnerships
• Translate evidence into practice
• Drive innovation and improvement
• Influence across diverse stakeholders

About you

You’ll bring a combination of strategic leadership, learning expertise and a passion for strengthening workforce capability. You thrive on working collaboratively, building relationships and turning ideas into practical outcomes that make a difference.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Experience leading learning, workforce development or training functions.
• A track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Expertise in designing and delivering evidence-informed learning and capability initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience building partnerships across government, education or the community sector.

An understanding of the gendered nature of family violence and a commitment to strengthening practice in the specialist men’s family violence sector.

What We Offer

We provide a positive work culture and a diverse and inclusive environment. Our people matter to us, and we are committed to supporting them and their wellbeing including 24/7 access to EAP for you and your immediate family. We also play an active role in the professional development of our staff.

  Staff will also have access to:

• Hybrid working with ability to balance work from the office and home
• Salary Packaging – tax free salary benefits of up to $15,900 per year plus up to $2,650 per year for entertainment benefits
• Additional leave including bonus leave, career break and paid parental leave.
• Purchased leave options available
• Generous paid study leave (conditions apply)
• Portable Long Service Leave

Further details relating to the key responsibilities of this role can be found in the position description on our website – https://ntv.org.au/about-us/work-with-us/

How to apply

Please submit your application outlining your relevant experience aligned to the role deliverables and selection criteria. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.

We recognise that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration.

If we can make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to better enable you to participate, or if you have any other questions, please reach out to us at recruitment@ntv.org.au

NTV values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in. As part of our commitment, we are a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation.