Office based in Sydney CBD or Melbourne (St Kilda), with flexibility and WFH options

Role is part-time, fixed term contract until 30/06/2026

Competitive remuneration on SCHADS Award Level 5, starting from $102,000 (incl leave loading) base salary, plus super and NFP salary sacrifice

About Us

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia (LHA) is the national peak health organisation in Australia for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programs, services and research focused on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people and other sexual orientation, gender, and bodily diverse people and communities.

LHA works with legislators, policymakers, and service providers to help them understand and address the needs of LGBTIQ+SB people and communities. We support LHA members to have a stronger policy voice and partner with researchers across the country on issues of LGBTIQ+SB health and wellbeing

About The Role

Silver Rainbow Training is LHA’s national program designed to enhance awareness and inclusivity in the aged care sector, ensuring that LGBTIQ+SB older people receive respectful, affirming, and high-quality care. The training is delivered across Australia and aligns with national aged care standards, sector needs, and policy frameworks.

The Project Coordinator - Silver Rainbow supports the coordination, development, and delivery of the Silver Rainbow training and capacity building program. The role works closely with aged care providers, policymakers, and community stakeholders to ensure aged care professionals receive comprehensive training in LGBTI inclusive care. The Project Coordinator will support program development, resource creation, stakeholder engagement, and quality assurance

The position is responsible for ensuring all training content aligns with aged care sector guidelines, funding agreements, and best practice standards.

What you will do

Support the Silver Rainbow team in developing and delivering high-quality LGBTIQ+SB inclusivity training for the aged care sector, including eLearning.

Assist with engagement initiatives to build strong relationships within the aged care sector.

Support partnership relationships with training providers, peak bodies, and community organisations to extend the reach of Silver Rainbow programs.

Assist with business development strategies and stakeholder collaboration to improve uptake of Silver Rainbow programs.

Work with the Silver Rainbow team to develop and refine training resources using emerging research, policy insights, and community feedback.

Contribute to sector-wide promotional and advocacy efforts, to enhance the experiences of LGBTIQ+SB older people within aged care.

Represent Silver Rainbow by attending aged care forums, sector events and conferences, and providing secretariat support at meetings.

What are we looking for

Qualifications in ageing support, adult education, social work, community services, or related fields or equivalent industry experience

Demonstrated experience in project administration with a proven understanding of the aged care sector, including aged care standards and policy frameworks in the notfor-profit sector.

Familiarity with adult learning principles and best practices in training delivery.

Experience in the not-for-profit sector, including working with government funding agreements, reporting structures, and outcome measures.

Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in team environment with a commitment to advancing LGBTI inclusivity and health outcomes in aged care.

Proficient across MS Office 365 with an understanding of LMS and CRM platforms.

Ability to travel locally and interstate to represent Silver Rainbow at conferences.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and advocate for the health needs of the community.

Why join us?

Be part of a passionate team driving meaningful change.

Lead work that directly impacts the lives of LGBTIQ+ people.

Enjoy a supportive, inclusive, and flexible working environment.

How to Apply for this role

Apply now with your resume, a cover letter briefly outlining your experience, vision for the role and answers to the following two targeted questions (Please aim for no more than 400– 500 words per question (roughly one A4 page):

Describe a time you designed and delivered a training or capacity-building initiative. What were the goals, how did you tailor it to the audience, and what was the impact?

How have you supported the development of inclusive and culturally safe practices through training or professional development? Include any experience working with diverse communities or priority populations.

Applications Close: Please apply as soon as possible – we will be assessing applications on a rolling basis and will close the process when a suitable candidate is found.

Applications should be sent via email to [email protected]

Please use Project Coordinator - Silver Rainbow in the subject line.

Join our team and be part of an organisation that is dedicated and committed to creating positive change and advancing the health and well-being of LGBTIQ+SB people and communities.

Accessibility

If you have any access requirements or need to submit your application in alternative format, please contact us to discuss.

You can apply verbally over the phone or through a face-to-face meeting if you cannot submit a written application.

You will need to tell us about your previous work experience, your suitability for this role and your response to the selection criteria.

LHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we encourage LGBTIQ+SB people with disability (PWD) to apply for this role. All roles at LHA place the needs of LGBTIQ+SB Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as a priority across all programs