• Generous SCHCADS Award salary on offer - SCHCADS Level 5, Pay Point 1 $100,776.00 pa
• Full time, ongoing
• Based in our Head Office on Hoddle street, Abbotsford, with travel to the Djirra Melton Centre as well.
• We’re seeking a Case Manager to walk alongside Aboriginal women impacted by family violence and incarceration, providing culturally safe, trauma informed support to help break cycles of harm and build safer futures.

About the Role

The Individual Support Services team provides intensive Specialist Family Violence support to Aboriginal women who are experiencing or have experienced family violence and are at risk of further harm. The team’s interventions range from short-term crisis responses to longer-term intensive case-management. The team is also responsible for the provision of financial support to Djirra clients who fit the criteria via the Brokerage Program.

Case Managers provide support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and their children, who often present with multiple and complex needs, to achieve safety, stability, and resilience from family violence, and to heal from the trauma they experience. They provide client-centred, strength-based casework, utilising the Multi Agency Risk and Assessment Management Framework (MARAM) through a trauma- informed lens.

This Case Manager position also has responsibility for a prison support portfolio which involves providing case management services within the MARAM framework to Aboriginal women, and their children, who are in prison or have been released from prison. As well as working from the Abbotsford office, these positions will work at times from a base at Melton with time spent there gradually increasing. Outreach to Dame Phyllis Frost and Tarrengower prisons will also be required at times.

The Prison Support Program is designed to assist Aboriginal women who have experienced family violence and incarceration to break the cycle of violence and offending and to live safe lives, connected to culture and free from trauma.

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
• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Community Development, or related discipline

Desirable

• At least 2 years’ experience in the family violence sector, preferably with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women would be highly regarded.

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 - SCHCADS Level 6 - $110,102pa to $114,983pa - dependent on experience - full time & ongoing

Executive Assistant to the CEO

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level, confidential support to the Chief Executive Officer. This is a critical role at the centre of the organisation, supporting strong governance, disciplined execution, and effective executive decision-making.

About the Role

Working in close partnership with a highly respected and high-performing CEO and reporting to the Head of the Office of the CEO, you will play a critical role in ensuring the Office operates with precision, clarity, and impact. This is a senior support role within a purpose-driven organisation, offering meaningful responsibility, exposure to complex executive matters, and the opportunity to influence outcomes across the business.

Approachable, astute, and proactive, you will manage a complex and dynamic calendar, travel, correspondence, and competing priorities with sound judgement, discretion and composure. You will anticipate needs, protect the CEO’s time, and drive follow-through, closing loops relentlessly so nothing is missed.

The role involves extensive engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including Senior Executives, Ministerial offices, government bodies, community representatives, funding partners and philanthropists. Professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability are essential.

You will work closely with the Head of the Office of the CEO and the Executive Support Officer providing mutual support to ensure the Office of the CEO functions seamlessly and at a consistently high standard.

About you

You are highly organised, detail-driven, and calm under pressure. You understand executive environments and know when to step in, when to follow up, and when to escalate. You bring exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong judgement, and a genuine commitment to supporting senior leadership in a values-led organisation.

Proven experience supporting a CEO or senior executive in a complex environment is essential. Experience working with community-based organisations, government, or boards will be highly regarded.

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 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

Desirable

• Relevant tertiary qualification in business administration (or demonstrated equivalent qualification)

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 - SCHCADS Level 5, Pay Point 1 $100,776 pa
• Part time (0.5 FTE), ongoing
• Based between both our Abbotsford and Melton offices
• Lead culturally safe Emergency Relief that supports Aboriginal women and children when it matters most.

About the Role

The Emergency Relief (ER) Coordinator leads Djirra’s Emergency Relief program, overseeing its operations, logistics and continuous improvement under the direction of the ISS Manager and in collaboration with Community Engagement Managers.

The role is responsible for coordinating culturally safe, trauma-informed support to Aboriginal women and children experiencing financial and material hardship, developing and managing a state-wide ER volunteer program, and building and maintaining effective relationships with Djirra staff, government representatives, suppliers, donors and external organisations.

The ER Coordinator also provides leadership, support and oversight to ER volunteers to ensure high quality, responsive and accountable service delivery.

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 or Skye Gooch at sgooch@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
• Demonstrated relevant experience in similar role.
• Current 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

• 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 new Traralgon office for a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer within the Gippsland Region 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 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

• Generous salary on offer - $129,999 pa
• Part time (0.8FTE) – 12 Month fixed term
• Lead a landmark project that will help bring Djirra’s vision for Victoria’s first Aboriginal Women’s Centre to life.

About the Role

The Aboriginal Women’s Centre (AWC) Project Manager will play a key role in supporting Djirra’s campaign to realise its long-term vision of establishing the first Aboriginal Women’s Centre in Victoria.

Working closely with the Director, Strategy and Office of the CEO, the Senior Executive Team, (SET), and external consultants, the role will lead all AWC project activities for this initial phase, which focuses on building broad support for the project and progressing land acquisition. The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating project scope, timelines, deliverables, and dependencies to ensure the project progresses in line with agreed objectives.

The role is responsible for developing and managing a robust project plan, stakeholder engagement matrix, and project governance arrangements; monitoring progress against milestones and budgets; identifying and managing project risks and issues; and preparing clear project updates and reports for internal governance and decision-making. The Project Manager will manage project partners, stakeholder relationships, and external consultants to ensure timely delivery of agreed outputs and strategic opportunities. The role will also ensure consistent communication with key stakeholders, support the development of project communications and collateral.

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

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

• 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)
• This position can be based in any Djirra office (Abbotsford, Bendigo, Melton, Mildura, Morwell, Shepparton or Warrnambool) providing outreach as necessary
• Full time, ongoing
• An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Legal team for an outreach 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

• 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