Hope Care Recovery Empowerment Collaboration Professionalism

This permanent full-time role is fully remote and can be based in any location across Australia within NSW or VIC with occasional travel to Sydney, NSW for team meetings and workshops, as required. Part-time work will be considered.

Blue Knot Foundation is the National Centre for Excellence for Complex Trauma. We empower recovery and build resilience for the more than 1 in 4 Australian adults who experience the impacts of complex trauma. Our role is to develop and disseminate best practice and research evidence around complex trauma, build national workforce capacity around complex trauma treatment, trauma-informed practice and managing vicarious trauma and embed trauma-informed policy, practice and systems change within organisations and the community.

The Knowledge to Practice Lead will play a key role in transforming complex information into accessible, practical resources to enhance understanding and application among diverse audiences. Working with a national team dedicated to supporting recovery for people impacted by complex trauma, you will develop and refine educational materials, guides, and content across digital and print platforms.

This position bridges research, lived experience, and professional insights, translating knowledge into tools that drive impact and promote trauma-informed practice.

This position is ideal for a collaborative, detail-oriented professional, passionate about translating knowledge into accessible tools to support trauma-informed practice and empower a broad range of stakeholders.

Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (e.g., Human Services, Education, Communications, Psychology).
• 5+ years of experience in knowledge translation, communications, or a related role within healthcare, social services, or the nonprofit sector.
• Proven ability to synthesise complex information into clear, concise, and engaging resources for varied audiences.
• Strong writing, editing, and content development skills for both digital and print formats.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, mental health, and complex trauma
• Communicates clearly, actively listens, and responds with understanding and respect, including ability to embrace multiple and divergent views.
• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills, with a sensitive and respectful approach to diverse perspectives.
• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated drive and motivation, with the capacity to self-reflect, respond constructively to feedback and a commitment to learning.
• Proficiency with digital tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, CRM systems, content management platforms).

Other Information

It is a requirement that all BKF employees have a valid and current national police check/criminal History Check and a valid and current Working with Children/Vulnerable Persons clearance for the duration of their employment.

As this role is based at home, maintenance of a safe and WH&S compliant home office space with access to an internet connection speed tier of NBN50 - 50/20 (or better) is required.

Application Information

If you enjoy being part of an energetic dynamic team, have the relevant experience and enjoy making a difference in people’s lives, please apply directly to Blue Knot by completing clicking 'Apply Now'. 

The application form will require you to submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience against the selection criteria. Should you wish us to consider a part time work arrangement, please include these details in your cover letter.

Interviews will be offered to shortlisted candidates as applications are received.

Previous applicants need not apply.

For more information about our organisation and what sets us apart as an employer, please visit https://blueknot.org.au/get-involved/jobs/.

A position description is attached.