About us
The Queensland Human Rights Commission is an independent statutory human rights agency with responsibilities under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 and the Human Rights Act 2019. Our purpose is to strengthen the understanding, acceptance and promotion of human rights in Queensland, and to eliminate discrimination and sexual harassment. Our values are independence, respect, inclusion, diversity and integrity.

As a member of our team, you will contribute to building an understanding and culture of human rights in Queensland. We are committed to building and modelling a workplace culture and delivering services that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Our work has the greatest impact when it is informed by diverse experiences and perspectives. We strive to build and maintain an inclusive workplace that brings out the best in people. We encourage, support and celebrate our diversity.

As a member of the QHRC team, you will contribute to building an understanding and culture of human rights in Queensland. We are committed to building and modelling a workplace culture and delivering services that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Your role
Reporting to the Director, Prevention Projects, this role will be part of a committed, dynamic and high performing specialised team, developing resources and conducting reviews about diversity and inclusion within organisations. You will collaborate across the Queensland Human Rights Commission and with the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner, so that the Commission can embed the Queensland Government's commitment to addressing systemic discrimination and promoting human rights. This will require engagement with duty holders, regulatory bodies and other stakeholders to encourage and support legal compliance and prevent discrimination.

Mandatory requirements
Tertiary qualifications in law, justice or public policy justice focused social sciences, public administration or related areas would be well regarded.

How to apply
To assess your suitability for the role, your application should include:
• current resume
• a written statement of no more than 2 pages outlining your suitability for the position by addressing the 'What we are looking for' at the level of the Team Leader stream indicated. Your statement should include examples of previous performance and demonstrate leadership behaviours at the level of the Team Leader stream.

People from diverse backgrounds, including non-English speaking backgrounds, people with a disability, women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples encouraged to express interest in this role. Please let us know if there is any assistance we can provide that would help you participate in the recruitment process.
Our commitment to cultural safety, equity and inclusion means that our selection decisions will not be influenced by whether an applicant has need of assistance or a subsequent workplace adjustment.

Please note that you do not need to provide a statement that addresses every aspect of the key selection criteria. If you do not have internet access and are unable to submit your application online, please contact the QSS Customer Support Team on 1300 146 370, between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, to enquire about alternative arrangements.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/625103/25

Closing Date: Friday, 21 March 2025