Join Our Team
Djirra is growing fast and we have exciting new roles available. Become part of our vision; that all Aboriginal women are strong, safe, independent, healthy and positive in their lives, culture and communities.
Join a passionate team of dedicated professionals with a common purpose of preventing and addressing family violence within Aboriginal communities across Victoria. At Djirra, we stand firm against family violence, supporting Aboriginal women’s journey to safety and wellbeing.
As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, Djirra was initiated by Aboriginal people, and is operated and governed by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people. Aboriginal values are at the core of everything we do, ensuring that we provide culturally safe services.
Some of the benefits to working with us include:
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Attractive Salary Packaging options
- Paid parental leave after one year of service
- Employee Assistance Program with supportive, confidential counselling for personal and work concerns
- Regular external debriefing/supervision offered to all staff
Interested in joining the legal team at Djirra?
At Djirra, we are committed to a future without family violence by providing holistic, culturally safe, specialist family violence support to Aboriginal women. From time-to-time, vacancies and opportunities arise for passionate, dedicated lawyers who share our values and want to help create positive change in the lives of Aboriginal families to join our legal team. We operate in metropolitan Melbourne and across regional Victoria.
If you would like to be kept informed – and considered – when these opportunities arise, please send your resume to hrinfo@djirra.org.au along with a brief statement telling us why you would like to work at Djirra. Please also let us know your preferred location. We will be in touch when a suitable opportunity arises.
Why Work with Us?
- Meaningful Impact: Work on cases that make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal women and families.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team where your skills and experience will be valued, and your professional growth encouraged.
- Flexible Locations: With multiple offices around Victoria, we have opportunities throughout Victoria.
- Inclusive Environment: At Djirra we embrace diversity and foster an environment of respect and inclusion.
For further information, please contact us at hrinfo@djirra.org.au.
We look forward to connecting with you!
Take the next step in your legal career with Djirra – where your work makes a real difference.
Job opportunities
Join Djirra’s small and caring People & Learning team and help support our vision that all Aboriginal women and their children are strong, safe, healthy and resilient.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome candidates who thrive in a fast paced environment and bring professionalism, adaptability and strong learning capability.
In this role, you will provide accurate and timely HR support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance processes and offboarding. You will also support HR reporting, payroll and system accuracy, while helping build manager capability in people processes and best practice.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information please refer to the position description below:
Position Description – People and Learning Officer – Feb 26
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
People and Learning Officer Job at Djirra
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
Are you a passionate legal professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to culturally safe, client-centred practice? Djirra is looking for two Managing Lawyers to join our growing Legal Services team, helping to lead service delivery across Regional Victoria.
The successful candidates can be based in any one of our regional Djirra locations (Bendigo, Echuca, Mildura, Morwell, Shepparton, Traralgon or Warrnambool).
In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll provide strategic direction, hands-on support, and expert supervision to a dedicated team delivering holistic legal support to Aboriginal women. You’ll help build and maintain a positive, empowered team culture while ensuring our services meet all legal, professional, and accreditation standards.
As a key member of Djirra’s Legal Services leadership team, you’ll work closely with the Legal Practice Manager to deliver impactful, culturally safe legal assistance that supports Aboriginal women and their families.
Join Djirra and help drive change through justice.
Relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-managing-lawyer-nwb4r/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
The Sexual Harm Practice and Workforce Development Lead will coordinate the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Sexual Assault Pilot (SAP), part of the Victims Legal Service Extension Pilot (VLSP) Program.
The VLSP is a partnership between Victoria Legal Aid, Women’s Legal Services Victoria and Djirra, delivering free legal advice and support to women who have experienced sexual harm.
Based in the People and Learning team, this role strengthens culturally safe responses for Aboriginal women who have experienced sexual harm, builds workforce capability across frontline and leadership teams and represents Djirra in external SAP working groups and stakeholder forums.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
Applications for this position will close midnight Sunday 15 March 2026.
This position will contribute to the provision and delivery of a culturally appropriate support service which assists Aboriginal women who are experiencing or at risk of family violence.
You will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to identify their needs, provide immediate and short-term responses and information and support to be referred to Djirra services (e.g. such as material aid, case management, legal services and counselling), as well as referrals to external agencies. Where there are immediate family violence safety concerns, you will apply your experience and understanding of cultural and personal safety to identify risk, support warm referrals for a family violence risk assessment and develop immediate safety plans, in consultation with others in the Community Engagement Team.
Your role as a Senior Support Worker will support the KWP Coordinator to build a culturally appropriate and safe environment for Aboriginal women to gather and to attend events, activities and programs aimed at empowering women with knowledge, friendship and support. You will mentor the KWP Support Worker/s in your team, to build their confidence and capability in performing their roles.
You will coordinate and assist with the delivery of the KWP’s annual program of activities, both online and face to face ensuring that the activities run smoothly and connect with the cultural, social and personal interests of Aboriginal women.
You will be right for this job if you are an energetic person who enjoys group work and demonstrates warmth, humour and flexibility.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-koori-womens-place-kwp-senior-support-worker-gnz2f/
Applications for this position will close 11:59pm, Tuesday 31 March 2026.
This position will contribute to the provision and delivery of a culturally appropriate support service which assists Aboriginal women experiencing or at risk of family violence.
You will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to identify their needs, provide immediate and short-term responses and information and support to be referred to Djirra services (e.g. such as material aid, case management, legal services and counselling), as well as referrals to external agencies. Where there are immediate family violence safety concerns, you will apply your understanding of cultural and personal safety, to identify risk, support warm referrals for a family violence risk assessment and develop immediate safety plans, with the support of others in the Community Engagement team.
Your role as a Support Worker will support the KWP Coordinator to build a culturally appropriate and safe environment for Aboriginal women to gather and to attend events, activities and programs aimed at empowering women with knowledge, friendship and support.
You will coordinate and assist with the delivery of the KWP’s annual program of activities, both online and face to face ensuring that the activities run smoothly and connect with the cultural, social and personal interests of Aboriginal women.
You will be right for this job if you are an energetic person who enjoys group work and demonstrates warmth, humour and flexibility.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-koori-womens-place-kwp-support-worker-m46h3/
Applications for this position will close 11:59pm, Tuesday 31 March 2026.
Join the Djirra team as our Risk, Compliance and Quality Lead, shaping risk smart policies, steering accreditation excellence, and championing culturally safe support for Aboriginal women.
The purpose of the position is to
- lead Djirra in meeting its compliance obligations and managing risk and quality
- assist in the provision of governance administration services
This role requires significant engagement with all staff levels, including engagement with the Senior Executive Team.
The role is integral to demonstrating Djirra’s commitment to sound governance, accountability, and ethical conduct.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-risk-compliance-and-quality-lead-e6lha/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.
Senior Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of
- child protection
- family violence intervention orders
- family law; and
- victims of crime assistance.
Senior Lawyers also supervise legal and non-legal work undertaken by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-senior-lawyer-fzmlc/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault. AFVLS’s legal services include advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of:
- child protection
- family violence intervention orders
- family law; and
- victims of crime assistance.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support ser-vices to address their complex needs and issues.
Paralegal Support Workers provide wrap-around support within this model, including: emotional support; court support; direct financial support; support in interactions with police; support with access to legal aid; support accessing transport; and connecting clients with culturally safe counselling and support services to address the underlying social issues giving rise to the client’s experience of family violence and associated legal issues.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-paralegal-support-worker-i94fg/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
Djirra is looking for 2 Paralegal Support Workers within the Gippsland Region to join our Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) at our new Traralgon office.
The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault. AFVLS’s legal services include advice, representation and advocacy in the areas of:
- child protection
- family violence intervention orders
- family law; and
- victims of crime assistance.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support ser-vices to address their complex needs and issues.
Paralegal Support Workers provide wrap-around support within this model, including: emotional support; court support; direct financial support; support in interactions with police; support with access to legal aid; support accessing transport; and connecting clients with culturally safe counselling and support services to address the underlying social issues giving rise to the client’s experience of family violence and associated legal issues.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-paralegal-support-worker-j9bq6/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
The Community Engagement Officer (CE Officer) will be a Djirra employee supporting the Manager and a Governance Group (GG) composed of Aboriginal Community Control Organisations (ACCOs) to implement the new Western Melbourne Justice Reinvestment project. The role will design, lead and facilitate participatory community engagement activities to ensure the project is informed by community voices and priorities. You will be based out of Djirra’s office in the West and work from other offices as needed.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
Community Engagement Officer, Justice Reinvestment Job at Djirra
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position description
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable applicant is found.
Join the Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS), a vital program of Djirra, where you’ll play a key role in providing culturally safe, trauma-informed legal support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people impacted by family violence or sexual assault. Our team of dedicated lawyers and paralegals offers holistic, client-centered services in child protection, family violence intervention orders, family law, and victims of crime assistance.
The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.
Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation, and advocacy in the areas of
- child protection
- family violence intervention orders
- family law; and
- victims of crime assistance.
Senior Lawyers also supervise legal and non-legal work undertaken by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers.
Opportunity for relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about the Lawyer role please refer to the position description here.
For more information about the Senior Lawyer role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/ed40ba30-72bc-4025-a66e-8bc4de9cde12/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
Join the Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS), a vital program of Djirra, where you’ll play a key role in providing culturally safe, trauma-informed legal support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people impacted by family violence or sexual assault. Our team of dedicated lawyers and paralegals offers holistic, client-centered services in child protection, family violence intervention orders, family law, and victims of crime assistance.
The Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service (AFVLS) is a program of Djirra. AFVLS provides legal and non-legal assistance and facilitates access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have experienced family violence or sexual assault.
AFVLS operates a culturally safe, trauma informed, holistic and intensive client service model. Clients are assisted by Lawyers and Paralegal Support Workers to access a variety of legal, social, psychological, cultural, health and other support services to address their complex needs and issues.
Lawyers provide legal services including advice, representation, and advocacy in the areas of
- child protection
- family violence intervention orders
- family law; and
- victims of crime assistance
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information about this role please refer to the position description here.
To apply, please follow the link below and submit your resume, cover letter and completed screening questions:
https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/djirra-lawyer-vvpgf/
Applications for this position will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
SUPPORT USVolunteer opportunities
Djirra’s volunteer program is primarily for people who have experience in, or who are studying law, however from time to time we accept applications from interested parties in a relevant discipline i.e., community development, policy, Aboriginal studies.
Please note volunteering opportunities are subject to availability and capacity of the relevant program area. If you are interested in volunteering at Djirra, please contact hrinfo@djirra.org.au for more information.