Empower remote communities through innovative, community-led justice education.
Enjoy a competitive salary, 12% super, 6 weeks leave, and generous salary packaging
Make a difference from Alice Springs – relocation support and a thriving team await you.
About Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS)
Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS) is a dynamic Community Legal Centre catering to women in Central Australia and the Barkly Region, with offices in Alice Springs and Tennant Creek.
Specialising in assisting women affected by Domestic and Family Violence, CAWLS adopts a holistic and culturally safe approach, offering services such as law reform, legal representation, client support, financial counselling, and community legal education.
Join a supportive legal team of multicultural women from all across Australia who are dedicated to the mission of CAWLS to enable, educate, and empower women in navigating the legal system, and ensure the respect and consideration of women's rights.
To learn more about us, please visit : https : / / cawls.org.au /
Explore our Impact Report to see how we : Supported over 1,500 women across Central Australia and the Barkly Region
Launched new services like School Lawyers and Criminal Law outreach
Partnered with health, education and community organisations to create real change Join a team making a measurable difference in the lives of women and families every day.
About the Opportunity
Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS) is looking for a full-time Integrated Community Justice Partnerships – Team Lead based in Alice Springs, NT.
This new leadership role reports to both the Senior Management Team and Manager of Education & Policy.
It focuses on delivering remote outreach programmes and community-led education initiatives aimed at reducing domestic, family, and sexual violence and improving access to justice for women.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Engaging with local communities and services to co-design outreach programmes
Coordinating delivery of services and managing ongoing relationships
Overseeing data collection and contributing to grant reporting
Delivering community education on DFSV in remote settings
Coordinating the planning and delivery of remote community outreach activities
Leading a multidisciplinary team and supporting integrated justice responses
Collaborating across CAWLS to improve service delivery in underserved areas
Planning, facilitating and evaluating outreach and education activities
Travelling regularly to communities across Central Australia & Barkly region About You
To qualify, you will need qualifications in Social Work, Human Services, Community Development, or a related field, and/or experience in delivering community education, particularly in domestic, family, and sexual violence (DFSV).
You will also bring : Community development experience and facilitation skills
Strong understanding of DFSV and its impacts in remote communities
Experience coordinating programs, teams, or grants
Cultural awareness and ability to engage with Aboriginal communities
Ability to work autonomously, as well as collaboratively in a team
Well-developed communication, time management, and organisational skills
High level of computer literacy and data / report writing capability
NT Driver's Licence, or ability to obtain one
NT Ochre Card and National Police Check, or ability to obtain both The following qualifications and experience will be highly valued : Post-admission experience in legal practice (desirable but not essential)
Previous experience working in Community Legal Centres
Community development training
Cultural awareness or DFSV training (desirable)
Experience working with First Nations or CALD communities As our ideal candidate, you will be motivated, culturally aware, and passionate about improving the lives of women in remote communities.
You'll be confident leading a team, delivering education, and building community partnerships.
This is a female-identified position under Section 30 and 34 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984.
About the Benefits
You will receive a competitive base salary plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience), along with a great host of benefits, including :
Relocation assistance up to $3,000 and support provided to make Alice Springs your new home
Remote and Travel Allowances
Six weeks annual leave + additional 12 days personal leave
Salary Sacrificing options
A supportive work environment with plenty of on-the-job training
Paid professional development and upskilling opportunities
High priority focus on employee wellbeing
Team bonding events and great company spirit and culture
Mentorship and training programmes Discover your new home : Alice Springs, NT
In the very core of Australia's vivid outback lies Alice Springs, fondly referred to by locals as "Alice." This iconic destination is your portal to the vast wonders of the Northern Territory's outback.
Alice Springs resonates with Australia's soulful essence, built on age-old deserts and deeply enriched by the Aboriginal traditions seamlessly interwoven into its everyday life.
Within its boundaries, indulge in a range of unique experiences, from exhilarating camel treks to ethereal sunrise balloon journeys.
Venture a tad beyond, and nature beckons with pristine freshwater retreats, the grandeur of Kings Canyon, and the iconic silhouette of Uluru.
Indeed, Alice Springs pulsates as the vibrant heart of Australia's Red Centre.
Every time the sun sets, it makes you wonder : Why just come for a visit? Think about calling Alice Springs your home, where each morning brings a fresh outback experience.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to step into a role where you can lead, educate, and uplift women in remote communities, we'd love to hear from you.
Be part of a team making real impact every day.
The position is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period.
Apply today – and bring your skills to a place where they matter most.
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