• Ongoing, full time position. We will also consider 0.8 EFT and job share arrangements.
• Flexible location.
• Full time annual salary of $125,773 plus 10% superannuation.

We are seeking a Director to lead our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ Rights team and program of work. This ongoing full-time position is part of our leadership team and reports to the Executive Director. The Human Rights Law Centre supports flexible and remote working. We have offices in Melbourne and Sydney and will consider applicants from anywhere in Australia.

This position is only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

The filling of this position is a special/equal opportunity measure and/or a genuine occupational requirement under the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting position leading an important area of the Human Rights Law Centre’s strategic plan. In this role, you will:

• shape the long-term strategic direction of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Rights work;
• be an active member of the Centre’s leadership team and contribute to the development, culture and strategy of the whole organisation, including how we support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' right to self-determination; and
• help to change laws and policies that create inequality and injustice impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

You will empower, support and manage a talented team of approximately 4.0 EFT legal and advocacy employees to implement the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ rights strategy. All current staff are based in Melbourne. In addition to our staff team, the Human Rights Law Centre also benefits from significant pro bono support from law firms and barristers.

You will be provided with management support, peer support from other directors, a collaborative and flexible work environment and opportunities for growth and development.

FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY

For more information including selection criteria, terms and conditions and how to apply, download the Recruitment Pack.