About the organisation
South West Sydney Legal Centre (SWSLC) is a not for profit, community legal centre. We deliver legal services to facilitate access to justice for disadvantaged people in South West Sydney including specialised legal services for victims- survivors of DFV. We also provide information, court advocacy, referral and casework to victims-survivors of DFV through government funded DFV services. Our DFV services cover LGAs in South West Sydney and Central Sydney. SWSLC employs approximately 60 staff.
SWSLC uses a multidisciplinary model bringing together lawyers, social workers, and community workers to provide trauma-informed, client-centered and culturally safe legal assistance and DFV support and advocacy services to clients. Services are provided through phone support and face-to-face services in our offices, at courts and through outreach services and community engagement.
About the role
We are seeking a full time Assistant Manager for the SWSWDVCAS. This position works alongside one other Assistant Manager and reports to the Manager of the SWSWDVCAS. You will be part of a team committed to eliminating violence against women and their children.
The Assistant Manager supports the Manager in the overall administration and coordination of the SWSWDVCAS, while maintaining direct engagement with WDVCAS clients. The Assistant Manager exercises a high level of responsibility and provides high level expert advice.
Applicants should have a commitment to empowering women and children affected by Domestic and Family Violence (DFV), have management experience and have demonstrated ability to engage effectively with clients in crisis. This position is open to female applicants only.
Location and hours
The role will primarily be based in Smithfield but will require travel around South West Sydney and occasionally in the Central Sydney areas to deliver services to clients and to deliver community education activities or for training purposes. A current driver’s license and ability to use your own vehicle for work travel is essential. Travel reimbursements apply;
During the COVID19 pandemic, you may also be required to work from home; working from home arrangements would be discussed with the SWSWDVCAS Manager; and
The position is full time 35 hours per week, 5 days per week.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Assistant Manager, South West Sydney WDVCAS via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Families, #Women