• Reports to: CEO 
• Location: Carlton, Melbourne / hybrid / flexible 
• Classification: SCHADS 6 (0.8FTE), 6 months fixed term. Possible extension subject to funding

LGBTIQA+ people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

We actively welcome applicants from diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, cultures, language groups, ages, disabilities, and life experiences. If you do not meet all of the criteria but think you would enjoy the role, please apply and describe your knowledge, experience and transferrable skills.

Job Ad

Inclusive Rainbow Voices has an exciting opportunity for a Policy and Projects Lead to join our team! 

We are looking for a confident communicator with policy experience and a strong understanding of LGBTIQA+ disabled identities, issues and communities.

IRV is a young organisation, and this is an exciting opportunity to influence the priorities and direction of Australia’s only organisation working exclusively towards equity and justice for LGBTIQA+ people with disability.

You will report to the CEO and provide policy advice; develop policy positions on key issues; and develop a training package grounded in our values and policies to deliver to external stakeholders.

Ideally, we would love to hear from an experienced leader who has the vision and capacity to take this role to the next level, including seeking ongoing funding and opportunities to build IRV’s capacity to deliver meaningful policy and projects into the future.

The role has no direct reports at this stage, however this is likely to change in future.

This fixed term role is offered at 0.8FTE at SCHADS Level 6, with flexibility. The role is currently funded for 6 months, with the view to seek further funding for continuation.

If you require adjustments to the application process, or have further questions about the role, please contact our CEO, Katherine Marshall, at [email protected] using the subject line: Policy and Projects Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please review position description, attached in this ad, which outlines the full list of responsibilities and key selection criteria for this position.

How to apply

Please submit your application to our CEO, Katherine Marshall, via the "Apply Now" button. Your application should include:

• A brief cover letter briefly outlining your suitability to the role (max 2 pages) 
• Your CV/resume 
• A separate document containing a brief answer (100-200 words) to each of the following questions: 
  • What do you see as a major issue currently impacting LGBTIQA+ people with disability in Australia? 
  • How would you utilise different models or frameworks of disability to support policy development? 
  • What do you see as a key role that advocacy organisations play in supporting marginalised communities? 

Should you have any further questions or require support through the application process, please contact our CEO, Katherine Marshall, at [email protected].

A position description is attached.