Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 20th Jan 2022
- Melbourne > Eastern Suburbs Melbourne
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.
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!
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Please submit your application via the Apply Now link.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.
As part of our screening process in support of the safeguarding of our clients, applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Police Check, Statutory Declaration where necessary, sign our Code of Conduct and complete a Working with Children Check.
The successful candidates are required to comply with the inTouch policy for all staff have full COVID vaccinations, including boosters, unless they have a medical exemption.
inTouch has an Equal Opportunity Exemption (H143/2018) and requests applications from women only. Candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.