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
Job opportunities
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.
Further information can be found in the Position Description here.
To apply, submit your resume and cover letter via Workable here:
https://apply.workable.com/djirra/j/D86D47576E/
Applications will close Tuesday 3 October 2023 at 5pm.
We’re looking for a receptionist to help create a welcoming and culturally safe environment to all those who engage with Djirra’s services. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and personable multitasker who has experience as a receptionist. This person will bring resourcefulness, organisation, and communication skills to the desk.
The purpose of this role will be to greet and direct visitors and callers to programs and services across Djirra; and to contribute to head office and Djirra running smoothly and efficiently by providing effective reception and administration services.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Further information can be found in the Position Description here.
To apply, submit your resume and cover letter via Workable here:
https://apply.workable.com/djirra/j/3F69280D20/
Applications will close Tuesday 3 October 2023 at 5pm.
SUPPORT USVolunteer opportunities
Djirra’s volunteer program is for people who have experience in, or who are studying: law, community development, policy, Aboriginal studies or other relevant disciplines.
Due to the COVID-19 we are not in a position to accept any volunteer applications at this stage. Thank you in advance for your interest in the good work we do at Djirra.