Organisation : inTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence
Location : Melbourne (East Melbourne)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Community Support Services, Families, Women
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 20 Feb, 2022
About the organisation
inTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence provides services, programs and responses to issues of family violence in refugee and multicultural communities. By acknowledging the rights and diverse experiences of our clients, we develop and implement a number of culturally sensitive and holistic models for the provision of services to both victims and perpetrators of family violence. In tackling the issues of family violence, we act on multiple levels – individual, relationship and community.
Vision
inTouch’s vision is for culturally diverse families to live free from violence.
Purpose
inTouch’s purpose is simple and clear – we are committed to changing lives, changing communities for the better.
About the role
The Policy Officer plays a significant role in supporting the policy work of inTouch through research, analysis, consultation and the development of responses to emerging policy issues for migrant and refugee communities in issues of family violence. The incumbent will work closely with the Manager, Legal and Policy and all staff inTouch, drawing on their expertise and experience. She will ensure that emerging issues for multicultural communities are documented and advocacy plans developed.
If you have the capability to achieve success in this role, have a genuine commitment to social justice, high ethical standards, and values we would love to hear from you!
Key Selection Criteria
Essential:
- Tertiary or post-graduate qualification in Social Policy, Social Research, Social Work, Community Development or related field;
- Minimum two year’s work experience in Policy or Social Research
- Ability to undertake research, plan reports, submissions, and draft position papers.
- Demonstrated well-developed interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- Sound understanding of the issues facing women subjected to family violence from migrant and refugee backgrounds;
- High-level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to a range of diverse audiences.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the Victorian family violence landscape including current family violence reforms.
- Knowledge of a second language would be advantageous
Personal Attributes:
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Transformation
- Influence
- Collaboration
- Diversity and inclusion
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Policy Officer via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services, #Families, #Women
