Senior Policy And Research Officer

Part-time (0.8 FTE) 

2 Year Contract  

June 2024 – June 2026  

Are you passionate about advancing the rights of women with disabilities?

Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV) is a vibrant organisation of women with disabilities working for women with disabilities in Victoria.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Policy and Research Officer to join our friendly team.

Some benefits of working with WDV include:

• Disability leave, Culture Leave 
• Flexible working/hybrid to suit your lifestyle
• A diverse and supportive team
• We have a disability friendly work environment
• We particularly encourage applications from women with disabilities, including those from diverse backgrounds, such as LGBTQI+, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, CALD, migrant, and refugee backgrounds.

Salary Level 5, between Pay Point 1-Pay Point 3 (pro-rata of $94,113 - $98,373 depending on experience) plus superannuation and salary packaging available. You can view the Social and Community Services levels on our website. 

Hours are 60.80 per fortnight part-time to be worked over Tuesday to Friday.

This position is from the date of appointment to 30 June 2026 and may be extended subject to funding.

As part of Employment:

 You will be required to work in the office a minimum of 2 days per week as part of your contracted hours. 

For further information on how to apply for the position, the Position Description and how to submit your completed Application please see the below link:

https://www.wdv.org.au/get-involved/current-vacancies/

ONLY applications submitted via this link will be considered. 

Please note applications must only include:

• Resume / CV
• A sample of published writing
• A 600-word briefing paper
• A short statement

Please refer to page 6 of the Position Description for full instructions

IMPORTANT: Only applicants who provide all the documents required will be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will need to be available for in-person interviews (Melbourne CBD location) on 22nd May.

Any enquiries regarding the role, please contact Vikki Cummings on 9286 7823.

Applications close: 5.00pm on Wednesday 8 May 2024