Lead the operations that help change women's lives.

Looking for a role where your work makes a genuine difference every day?

Katherine Women's Information and Legal Service (KWILS) is seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Leader to oversee the day-to-day operations of our specialist women's legal service.

This is a unique opportunity to combine operations, people management, HR, finance, IT, communications and leadership in a values-driven organisation supporting women across the Big Rivers region of the Northern Territory.

Working closely with our CEO and Leadership Team, you'll ensure our legal and support teams have everything they need to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed services to women experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence, child protection matters and other legal issues.

What you'll be doing

Leading the day-to-day operations of our organisation

Managing HR processes including recruitment, onboarding and payroll support

Coordinating finance administration, assets, IT and facilities

Supporting organisational governance and reporting

Overseeing communications, events and public engagement

Supervising and mentoring our Operations and Communications Officer

Contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement

About you

You'll be an organised, solutions-focused leader who enjoys variety and takes pride in creating systems that help people succeed.

You'll bring experience in operational management, HR and finance administration, along with excellent communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Experience in the community, legal or not-for-profit sector is welcomed but not essential.

What you'll receive

Salary $115,339-$120,437 (dependent on experience) plus super

3% annual retention bonus

Generous salary packaging and remote area benefits

6 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading

Generous personal leave provisions beyond national standards, that also increase with length of service.

Ongoing training opportunities and a dedicated professional development budget.

A supportive, collaborative and values-driven workplace

Meaningful and varied legal work with real community impact

Relocation assistance for the successful candidate moving to Katherine from interstate or other regions.

Why Katherine?

Katherine offers an incredible lifestyle - weekends exploring Nitmiluk Gorge, Edith Falls and Mataranka, a welcoming regional community, no long commutes, and the opportunity to experience some of Australia's most spectacular landscapes while building a rewarding legal career.

If you're looking for a role where you'll be challenged, supported and able to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Special measure statement

KWILS is a specialist women’s legal service supporting women experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence across the Big Rivers region.

This recruitment process is being undertaken as a special measure under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) and the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) to promote access to justice for women who have experienced violence.

Women (including trans women and gender diverse people) are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration for this role.

For further information about the role, please see the position description at www.kwils.com.au/about#WorkwithUs

How to apply

To apply, please submit:

Your CV, and

A cover letter (1–2 pages) outlining your experience and interest in the role.

Application closing date: Monday 10 August 2026