• Bring your passion and practical approach to a range of projects that drive and support us in realising our DEI Strategy
• Help deliver outcomes aligned to our overarching DEI strategy

The Job:

AV have a diverse workforce, as well as a solid commitment to embedding a culture of inclusion and equity across all our regions and service areas. This is lead and informed by our overarching DEI Strategy, as well as input and advocacy from committees representing diverse cultures and individuals across the organisation, including disability, CALD, Gender and 4 other priority groups. We’re proud of where we are however there’s work still to do.

The re-defined scope and main objective of the DEI Specialist Role is to help support the business to implement and operationalise some of the key actions from our DEI strategy, while influencing the executive sponsors of our DEI groups to focus on deliverables aligned to their specific focus, while maintaining a solid understanding of intersectionality and what the changes or recommendations from each mean to the day to day work at AV.

A passion for DEI is fantastic however this is a hands-on role requiring a practical approach, with a key focus on actions and outcomes. This could involve reviewing and writing policy, making continuous improvements, managing the logistics of committee groups, influencing executive sponsors and supporting realistic and actionable change.   

For more specific information about the program, position and key responsibilities, please view the position description attached here: Diversity and Inclusion Specialist PD Q&O E ICD 122023 V1.0.pdf

About You:

• Experience in a similar role in the human services sector.
• A continuous improvement focus and experience implementing change across large programs.
• A solid understanding of policy, process and the implementation of strategic actions.
• An ability to influence executive groups and turn passion and enthusiasm into actionable plans.
• A passion for diversity and inclusion across all areas of the organisation as well as a solid understanding of intersectionality.
• A demonstrated ability to engage and communicate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Various qualifications: Social Work, Human Resources, Project Management will all suit this role

The important stuff:

• A total salary package of $122,000 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (inclusive of super, annual leave loading etc, pro-rata).
• flexible part time hours (.8) 4 days per week
• Office location: Collingwood but with flexibility to work from any Melbourne site.
• Access to Salary Packaging (up to $15,900), discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health.
• A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition
• Professional development, training and support 

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. 

How to Apply:

To apply for this position please click Apply Now on EthicalJobs to be taken to our careers page.

You will also be requested to attach your resume and cover letter that describes your motivation to apply for this role and any skills and experience relevant to the role.

To discuss the details of the role or to ask any questions please reach out to Matt Quinn TA Manager via email at [email protected], using the subject line: Diversity and Inclusion Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.             

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.