Senior Consultant, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

About this role

• 1x ongoing position (full time, part time considered)
• 1x parental leave backfill position - up to 12 months (full time, part time considered)
• Salary: $98,902 - $123,624 (pro rata) + super + up to $15,900 in salary packaging
• Hybrid WFH & office model within a supportive team

About the role

You will join a passionate and dynamic Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) team who are committed to fostering a work culture that is equitable, inclusive and diverse where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be their authentic selves at work.

As part of this role, you will partner with internal and external stakeholders and be the subject matter expert; offering advice and support on all things DEI.

You will conduct data analysis and maintain appropriate governance frameworks to ensure organisational responsibility for the implementation of DEI; including educating leaders on the importance of adopting an intersectional perspective in the creation of our accessibility programs, services, policies, processes and procedures to achieve our strategic goals.

You will oversee programs of work linked to DEI action plans, driving change throughout the organisation and beyond.

This role is based at our Melbourne, Naarm CBD office on Wurundjeri Country.

What you will bring

• An open communication style to effectively engage diverse audiences and convey complex ideas in a simple way.
• Previous experience creating and executing DEI strategies, action plans and programs of work.
• An interest in analysing data to identify underlying drivers of equality.
• Proficiency in project management and organisational abilities, with a proven track record of producing and presenting top-tier reports, papers and presentations in a clear, inclusive and accessible manner.
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience in law, human resources, psychology, humanities or business.

Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

About Victoria Legal Aid

We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1300 staff employed in 15 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive, accessible and diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.

Employee benefits

• Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase additional leave
• Hybrid WFH & office model
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Excellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing
• Opportunity to join Myki Commuter Club (and salary package the cost)
• Wellbeing support including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families
• Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office)

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please submit your resume and completed candidate application form (listed within the file attachments).

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please get in touch with our team.

For further information about the role, please review the attached position description or contact Abby Sullivan, Associate Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion on (03) 9606 5261 or abby.sullivan@vla.vic.gov.au.

No agency applications will be accepted.

Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 14 July 2024.

Other relevant information

It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.

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