• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer - SCHCADS Level 4, Pay Point 1 $88,090.08 pa
• Full time, ongoing
• Lead seamless people and learning operations at Djirra—driving recruitment, onboarding, development, compliance and HR system excellence while building manager capability and supporting impactful organisational projects.

About the Role

Join Djirra’s high performing People & Learning team and build strong HR generalist capability while supporting our vision that all Aboriginal women and their children are strong, safe, healthy and resilient in their culture and lives.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome applications from all candidates who thrive in a fast paced environment, learn quickly, and bring maturity, professionalism and adaptability.

As the People & Learning Officer, you will provide consistent, accurate, and timely People & Learning support across the full employee lifecycle at Djirra. This role is responsible for the end-to-end coordination of key people processes, including recruitment, onboarding and induction, learning and development, performance review cycles, employee changes, and offboarding.

The role plays a critical part in supporting effective People & Learning operations by processing HR related invoices, producing accurate HR reporting, and ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timeliness across HR, payroll, and people systems. The role also acts as a champion of good people practice by building manager capability through coaching and support in the effective use of HR systems, processes, and employee lifecycle documentation.

This role suits someone who takes pride in high quality work, is highly organised, and follows through, because your work will be relied upon by leaders and directly impacts staff experience. You’ll succeed in this role if you’re highly organised, take genuine pride in delivering accurate work at pace, and consistently follow through on commitments.

Applications will be reviewed progressively and interviews may commence immediately. Appointment is subject to cleared compliance checks.

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.

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.

Requirements

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense

Desirable

• an undergraduate qualification in Business Administration, Human Resources or relevant experience in a similar position.
• Driver’s licence

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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer Level 7, Pay Point 3 $124,073.04 pa
• 2 x full time, ongoing positions available based in any one of our regional Djirra locations (Bendigo, Echuca, Mildura, Morwell, Shepparton, Traralgon or Warrnambool)
• Relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• Join a passionate and dedicated Legal Services team at Djirra

About the Role

Are you a passionate legal professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to culturally safe, client-centred practice? Djirra is looking for two Managing Lawyers to join our growing Legal Services team, helping to lead service delivery across Regional Victoria.

In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll provide strategic direction, hands-on support, and expert supervision to a dedicated team delivering holistic legal support to Aboriginal women. You’ll help build and maintain a positive, empowered team culture while ensuring our services meet all legal, professional, and accreditation standards.

As a key member of Djirra’s Legal Services leadership team, you’ll work closely with the Legal Practice Manager to deliver impactful, culturally safe legal assistance that supports Aboriginal women and their families.

Join Djirra and help drive change through justice.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description for this role can be viewed on the Djirra website 'Join our Team' page. Please do not hesitate to contact People and Learning 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

Essential:

• You are a qualified legal practitioner holding, or eligible to hold, an unrestricted Victorian Practising Certificate.

• High court registration, or eligible to hold a High court registration
• A Working with Children Check Card
• A Police Check

Desirable:

• Victorian Legal Aid Panel Certifier status or capacity to apply for certification. Post-graduate qualifications.

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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural Awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

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.

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer - SCHCADS Level 5, Pay Point 1 $100,776.00 pa
• Full time, ongoing position
• Join our dedicated team as a Senior Support Worker, creating a culturally safe space where Aboriginal women experiencing family violence can access immediate support, coordinated referrals, and engaging community programs that foster connection, resilience, and self determination.

About the Role

This position will contribute to the provision and delivery of a culturally appropriate support service which assists Aboriginal women who are experiencing or at risk of family violence.

You will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to identify their needs, provide immediate and short-term responses and information and support to be referred to Djirra services (e.g. such as material aid, case management, legal services and counselling), as well as referrals to external agencies. Where there are immediate family violence safety concerns, you will apply your experience and understanding of cultural and personal safety to identify risk, support warm referrals for a family violence risk assessment and develop immediate safety plans, in consultation with others in the Community Engagement Team.

Your role as a Senior Support Worker will support the KWP Coordinator to build a culturally appropriate and safe environment for Aboriginal women to gather and to attend events, activities and programs aimed at empowering women with knowledge, friendship and support. You will mentor the KWP Support Worker/s in your team, to build their confidence and capability in performing their roles.

You will coordinate and assist with the delivery of the KWP’s annual program of activities, both online and face to face ensuring that the activities run smoothly and connect with the cultural, social and personal interests of Aboriginal women.

You will be right for this job if you are an energetic person who enjoys group work and demonstrates warmth, humour and flexibility.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description for this role can be viewed on the Djirra website 'Join our Team' page. Please do not hesitate to contact People and Learning at hrinfo@djirra.org.au or Rhiannon Smith at rsmith@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

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense
• Experience working in Aboriginal organisations and the community in roles requiring knowledge and intuitive skills to support Aboriginal women.
• Driver’s License

Desirable

• Experience in the family violence sector, preferably with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women will be highly regarded but is not essential.
• Tertiary qualifications in Community Services or related discipline will be highly regarded but are not essential.

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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

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.

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer - SCHCADS Level 4, Pay Point 1 $88,090.08 pa
• Full time, ongoing position
• Join our dynamic team as a Support Worker, delivering culturally safe services and events for Aboriginal women facing family violence—providing immediate assistance, coordinated referrals, and vibrant community programs with warmth, humor, and flexibility.

About the Role

This position will contribute to the provision and delivery of a culturally appropriate support service which assists Aboriginal women experiencing or at risk of family violence.

You will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to identify their needs, provide immediate and short-term responses and information and support to be referred to Djirra services (e.g. such as material aid, case management, legal services and counselling), as well as referrals to external agencies. Where there are immediate family violence safety concerns, you will apply your understanding of cultural and personal safety, to identify risk, support warm referrals for a family violence risk assessment and develop immediate safety plans, with the support of others in the Community Engagement team.

Your role as a Support Worker will support the KWP Coordinator to build a culturally appropriate and safe environment for Aboriginal women to gather and to attend events, activities and programs aimed at empowering women with knowledge, friendship and support.

You will coordinate and assist with the delivery of the KWP’s annual program of activities, both online and face to face ensuring that the activities run smoothly and connect with the cultural, social and personal interests of Aboriginal women.

You will be right for this job if you are an energetic person who enjoys group work and demonstrates warmth, humour and flexibility.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description for this role can be viewed on the Djirra website 'Join our Team' page. Please do not hesitate to contact People and Learning at hrinfo@djirra.org.au or Rhiannon Smith at rsmith@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

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense
• Experience working in Aboriginal organisations and the community in roles requiring knowledge and intuitive skills to support Aboriginal women
• Driver’s License

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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

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.

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer - SCHCADS Level 6, Pay Point 1 $110,102.72 pa
• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• Full time, ongoing
• An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Mildura Office for a Senior Lawyer to join Djirra’s Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) — providing culturally safe, trauma informed legal support to Aboriginal women impacted by family violence and sexual assault across child protection, family law, victims of crime, and family violence intervention matters.

About the Role

The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.

AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.

Senior Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of

• child protection
• family violence intervention orders
• family law; and
• victims of crime assistance.

Senior Lawyers also supervise legal and non-legal work undertaken by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

A Position Description for this role can be viewed on the Djirra website 'Join our Team' page. Please do not hesitate to contact People and Learning 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

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense
• Driver’s License
• Eligible to hold a legal practising certificate in Victoria.
• A degree in law.
• At least five years practical legal experience in family violence related law.

Benefits

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• 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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

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.

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer Level 4 Pay Point 4 - $94,788.72 per annum

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate

• Full time, ongoing
• Djirra is looking for a Paralegal Support Worker to join our Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) based in our Mildura office. In this role, you’ll provide culturally safe, trauma informed support to Aboriginal women experiencing family violence or sexual assault, assisting across child protection, family law, victims of crime and family violence matters.

About the Role

The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault. AFVLS’s legal services include advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of:

• child protection
• family violence intervention orders
• family law; and
• victims of crime assistance.

AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support ser-vices to address their complex needs and issues.

Paralegal Support Workers provide wrap-around support within this model, including: emotional support; court support; direct financial support; support in interactions with police; support with access to legal aid; support accessing transport; and connecting clients with culturally safe counselling and support services to address the underlying social issues giving rise to the client’s experience of family violence and associated legal issues.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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

Essential

• Willing to obtain a Police Check
• Willing to obtain a Victorian Employees Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current and full driver’s Licence

Desirable

• Qualification in community service or paralegal studies

Benefits

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate

• 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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural Awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

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.

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer Level 4 Pay Point 4 - $94,788.72 per annum

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate

• 2 available positions - 1 ongoing and 1 fixed term (12 months)
• Djirra is looking for 2 Paralegal Support Workers within the Gippsland Region to join our Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) at our new Traralgon office. In this role, you’ll provide culturally safe, trauma informed support to Aboriginal women experiencing family violence or sexual assault, assisting across child protection, family law, victims of crime and family violence matters.

About the Role

The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault. AFVLS’s legal services include advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of:

• child protection
• family violence intervention orders
• family law; and
• victims of crime assistance.

AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support ser-vices to address their complex needs and issues.

Paralegal Support Workers provide wrap-around support within this model, including: emotional support; court support; direct financial support; support in interactions with police; support with access to legal aid; support accessing transport; and connecting clients with culturally safe counselling and support services to address the underlying social issues giving rise to the client’s experience of family violence and associated legal issues.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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

Essential

• Willing to obtain a Police Check
• Willing to obtain a Victorian Employees Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current and full driver’s Licence

Desirable

• Qualification in community service or paralegal studies

Benefits

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate

• 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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural Awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

• Be part of an exciting initiative and a brand-new full-time role - fixed term to 30 June 2026 (with the possibility of extension subject to further funding being secured).
• Work within a new team formed to support a consortium of Aboriginal Community Control Organisations (ACCOs) to design a self-determined, ground up and holistic justice approach that respond to community’s needs and aspirations in the West of Melbourne.
• Receive a generous SCHCADS Award salary Level 5, Pay Point 1 ($100,776 pa)

About the role

The Community Engagement Officer (CE Officer) will be a Djirra employee supporting the Manager and a Governance Group (GG) composed of Aboriginal Community Control Organisations (ACCOs) to implement the new Western Melbourne Justice Reinvestment project. The role will design, lead and facilitate participatory community engagement activities to ensure the project is informed by community voices and priorities. You will be based out of Djirra’s office in the West and work from other offices as needed.

• Develop and implement tailored community engagement strategies with diverse groups in the community to ensure representation of community voices and increase community understanding and buy-in for JR.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of community capacity building initiatives.
• Contribute to the design of partnership principles and protocols to guide community engagement in the West.
• Design, plan and organise the logistics/event management & delivery of community workshops and festivals.
• Facilitate the development of communication products and resources for the community.
• Support the roles of casual Aboriginal Community Facilitators and support capacity building/mentoring activities.

Requirements (Please refer to the full position description for this role located on Djirra website 'Join our Team' page)

If you are interested in the role but feel you may not meet the full range of selection criteria, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your experience and application for this position. Please do not hesitate to contact Jaynaya Williams at jaynayaw@djirra.org.au if you want to discuss this role or for 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.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable applicant is found.

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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer Level 5, Pay Point 1 $100,776.00 pa to Level 6 Pay Point 3 $114,983.44 pa (dependent on experience)
• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• Full time, ongoing
• An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Shepparton office for a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer to join Djirra’s Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) — providing culturally safe, trauma informed legal support to Aboriginal women impacted by family violence and sexual assault across child protection, family law, victims of crime, and family violence intervention matters.

About the Role

Join the Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS), a vital program of Djirra, where you'll play a key role in providing culturally safe, trauma-informed legal support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people impacted by family violence or sexual assault. Our team of dedicated lawyers and paralegals offers holistic, client-centered services in child protection, family violence intervention orders, family law, and victims of crime assistance.

The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.

AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.

Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation, and advocacy in the areas of

• child protection
• family violence intervention orders
• family law; and
• victims of crime assistance.

Senior Lawyers also supervise legal and non-legal work undertaken by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense
• Driver’s License
• Eligible to hold a legal practising certificate in Victoria
• A degree in law
• Senior Lawyers must have at least five years practical legal experience in family violence related law

Desirable

• Lawyers who have had at least one year of practical experience in a community legal, family violence or justice related setting is desired but not essential.

Benefits

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• 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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural Awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff

• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer Level 5, Pay Point 1 $100,783.28 pa
• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• Full time, ongoing position available based in our Warrnambool office
• Join a passionate and dedicated Legal Services team at Djirra

About the Role

Join the Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS), a vital program of Djirra, where you'll play a key role in providing culturally safe, trauma-informed legal support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people impacted by family violence or sexual assault. Our team of dedicated lawyers and paralegals offers holistic, client-centered services in child protection, family violence intervention orders, family law, and victims of crime assistance.

The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.

AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.

Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation, and advocacy in the areas of

• child protection
• family violence intervention orders
• family law; and
• victims of crime assistance.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

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

Essential

• A Victorian Employees Working with Children's Check card or willing to obtain one
• Willing to obtain a Police Check at Djirra's expense
• Driver’s License
• Eligible to hold a legal practising certificate in Victoria
• A degree in law
• Lawyers who have had at least one year of practical experience in a community legal, family violence or justice related setting is desired but not essential.

Benefits

• Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate
• 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
• Additional paid leave for end of year office closure period
• Access to company vehicles for any work related travel
• Cultural Awareness training both formal and informal settings is provided
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) Program available to full time staff