Nsw Practice Development Officer

• Leading organisation in ending family violence

• Lead a key project across the NSW Men’s Behaviour Change Network (MBCN)

• Fixed Term until June 2028

About us

No to Violence is Australia’s peak body for individuals and organisations that work with men that use violence. We provide training, sector development and advocacy across the sector. We operate the Men’s Referral Service, providing a counselling service and referral pathways directly to men who use violence. As a pro-feminist organisation, women and children are at the centre of what we do - by ending men’s use of family violence, families, individuals, and communities are safer.

We have strong values of Change, Leadership, Gender Equity and Accountability.

About the role

The Practice Development Officer is responsible for leading a workforce capacity building project across the NSW Men’s Behaviour Change Network (MBCN). The project scope and agreed deliverables are to be developed and undertaken following consultation with NTV staff and key stakeholders; the MBCN; Education Centre Against Violence (ECAV) and Dept. of Communities and Justice (DCJ). The aim of project is to build new and strengthen existing capacity within the sector to meet increased demand on MBCP services.

The Practice Development Officer is also responsible for the coordination of a range of sector development activities to support the Men’s Behaviour Change Network such as communities of practice and bi-monthly Network meetings.

This project will work directly with NSW MBCP providers to support recruitment and retention of staff and provide mentoring opportunities to the key staff in the sector to support the expansion of programs across NSW. Provisionally Registered MBCP programs will receive support to establish MBCPs and work to meet the requirements of their registration with Dept. of Communities and Justice.

To be successful in the role, you will have

• Qualification in social work, psychology, or relevant discipline and experience within the male family violence sector

• Comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and impacts of domestic and family violence and intervention and prevention initiatives

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation and group facilitation skills

• Well-developed skills in practice content development

• Demonstrated capacity to deliver work requirements within tight timeframes

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Commitment to NTV’s values and culture

• Professional and ethical approach and high level of experience in handling sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner.

What We Offer

We provide a positive work culture and a diverse and inclusive environment. Our people matter to us, and we are committed to supporting them and their wellbeing. We also play an active role in the professional development of our staff.

Some other benefits we offer include:

• Salary Packaging – tax free salary benefits of up to $15,900 per year plus up to $2,650 per year for entertainment benefits

• Additional leave including bonus leave, career break and paid parental leave

• Purchased leave options available

• Generous paid study leave

• Portable Long Service Leave

• EAP for employees and family

How to apply

To apply please submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience aligned to the Key Role Responsibilities and Mandatory Requirements.

Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to respond to additional key selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

Any questions please contact ***********@ntv.org.au

NTV values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in. As part of our commitment, we are a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation.