Organisation : Jesuit Social Services
Location : Melbourne
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Development
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 18 Nov, 2024
About the organisation
About the organisation
Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.
Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.
We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.
About the role
About the role
We are seeking a key leadership role – Executive Director Justice who will be responsible for leading a team of professionals working to make a significant contribution by leading the Justice Initiative to consolidate Jesuit Social Services’ practice, research and advocacy activity. The role will have both a local and national perspective and will maintain and build international relationships through Jesuit and other networks. You will lead our Justice programs to provide holistic support service for people involved in the justice system who are assessed as high risk/need, with limited social and family networks, limited accommodation and support options and experiencing multiple and complex health problems. You will lead delivery of quality programs in a manner that reflects the social justice principles of participation, equity, access and respect.
Attractive salary and salary packaging is offered together with ongoing professional and career development. This is a full-time position.
What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:
- An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
- A welcoming and supportive relational environment
- A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
- Ongoing training and development related to your role
- Employee assistance program
- A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
- Generous leave
About the program
Justice Initiative
The Justice Initiative seeks to consolidate Jesuit Social Services’ practice, research and advocacy activity into a highly effective, streamlined body where practice, research and advocacy mutually inform one another. The Justice Initiative will have both a local and national perspective and will maintain and build international relationships through Jesuit and other networks.
Justice Programs
Justice programs provide holistic support service for people involved in the justice system who are assessed as high risk/need, with limited social and family networks, limited accommodation and support options and experiencing multiple and complex health problems. Staff deliver quality programs in a manner that reflects the social justice principles of participation, equity, access and respect.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Executive Director Justice via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development
