Are you looking for a fast-paced role where you can make a real difference?

This is a great opportunity for a passionate, driven, talented and innovative individual to lead the establishment of the new peak body for the Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) sector in Queensland.

Situated within QCOSS, the role will be responsible for driving a co-designed, inclusive process to establish the peak’s structure and governance, and to oversee its transition to an independent entity that will advocate for the DFV sector across Queensland.

About us:

We are Queensland’s peak body for the social service sector. We create positive social change through our work in effective advocacy, policy development, engaging and empowering our members, the social service sector, and communities across the State. Our vision is to achieve equality, opportunity, and wellbeing for every person, in every community.

As a conduit for change in our sector, we are always looking at creating interesting and innovative ways to connect and engage with our members, stakeholders, and broader community.

About you:

You have a passion for work that creates meaningful change. You will be used to working in a high-performing, fast-paced environment and be:

Professional, enthusiastic, innovative, resilient and flexible

Outcome-focussed, proactive, and driven to deliver a consistently high standard of work.

Relevant qualifications in Law, Corporate Governance or other relevant tertiary qualifications with high-level relevant demonstrated experience to fulfil the responsibilities of the position including:

Demonstrated high-level project management skills with the ability to coordinate competing priorities and stakeholders needs, coupled with excellent interpersonal, engagement, consultation, and negotiation skills.

Demonstrated high-level understanding of corporate governance and risk management to lead the co-design and establishment of the new DFV peak.

Demonstrated skill and expertise to contribute to policy work with intersects with the DFV sector.

Demonstrated skill and expertise to prepare a range of written documents including workplans, reports, submissions, and briefings with a high-level of accuracy and attention to detail.

A strong understanding and commitment to the work of QCOSS and our commitment to social justice.

In addition, the following mandatory requirement applies:

Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

This is not just a job; this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact!

What you will get:

We will offer you a flexible, exciting, rewarding full-time (38 hrs/week) 12-month fixed term position in a great place to work.

All this plus a competitive remuneration package between $110,656 - $115,536 per annum dependent on relevant qualifications and experience to fulfil the requirements of the position.

Superannuation of 12.5% and salary packaging benefits apply in addition to flexible work arrangements including working from home, flex time and time off in lieu provisions.

Find out more:

The position description and selection criteria can be found on the QCOSS website at www.qcoss.org.au or by emailing: [email protected]. If you require any further information or detail, please contact Annette Schoone, Executive Director Operations on (07) 3004 6900.

Don’t wait - Inspire Us and Apply Now!

QCOSS is focused on hiring people who are adaptable and resilient, committed to teamwork and strong collaboration, and who share our values of respect, optimism, and strength.

So, if this role resonates with you, please apply by providing a copy of your resume and a cover letter responding to the selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) by 5:00 pm Tuesday 20 May 2025.

Any application that does not provide a cover letter which addresses the selection criteria will not be considered

Inclusion and diversity:

QCOSS is an inclusive employer. We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the traditional custodians of the land in which we live and work and, therefore, support their right of self-determination.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employee diversity such as gender, age, culture, disability (physical or mental health), religion, sexual orientation is recognised and celebrated.

We encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches