Senior Advisor: Gender-Based Violence

The University of Melbourne; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Parental leave and cultural leave

Health & wellbeing services

Job summary

The University of Melbourne is seeking a Senior Advisor for Gender-Based Violence to provide trauma-informed support to students and staff, guiding colleagues and shaping Safer Community Program responses. You will apply national codes and risk frameworks in a complex, values-driven environment to enhance campus safety.

Responsibilities include direct responses to disclosures, connecting people to services, risk assessment, workshops, and maintaining confidential records while advancing

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work or equivalent.
• Advanced trauma-informed practice with victim survivors.
• Knowledge of gender-based violence risk assessment, safety planning and police/court processes.
• Understanding of National Higher Education Code and university reporting processes.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders in large organisations.
• Clear, sensitive written documentation and accurate information management.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed responses to disclosures and reports of gender-based violence from students and staff.
• Connect impacted community members with specialist services and complaint processes within and external to the University.
• Assess risk, escalate urgent or complex matters, and contribute to coordinated safety planning across the University.
• Deliver capacity-building workshops and secondary consultations to strengthen colleagues' responses to gender-based violence.
• Maintain high-quality, confidential case records and support continuous improvement of Safer Community Program practices.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Risk assessment

Safety planning

Written documentation

Stakeholder engagement

Disclosures handling

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Position Number: JR-017963 Role type: Full-time; Continuing

Department/School: Student and Scholarly Services Salary: UOM 8 - AUD $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% super

• Specialist trauma-informed role supporting victim survivors / shape University-wide gender-based violence responses / influence safer campus culture
• Apply to use your gender-based violence expertise to support our community and strengthen institutional responses.
• Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity

You will provide specialist, trauma-informed support to students and staff impacted by gender-based violence. You will guide colleagues and influence safer practices across the University's Safer Community Program. You will deepen your expertise applying national codes and risk frameworks in a complex, values-driven setting.

What you will deliver:

• Provide trauma-informed responses to disclosures and reports of gender-based violence from students and staff.
• Connect impacted community members with specialist services and complaint processes within and external to the University.
• Assess risk, elevate urgent or complex matters, and contribute to coordinated safety planning across the University.
• Deliver capacity-building workshops and secondary consultations to strengthen colleagues' confidence responding to gender-based violence.
• Maintain high-quality, confidential case records and support continuous improvement of Safer Community Program practices.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a tertiary qualification in Social Work or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrate advanced, trauma-informed practice with victim survivors and understanding of support models for perpetrators.
• Bring strong knowledge of gender-based violence risk assessment, safety planning and relevant police and court processes.
• Understand the National Higher Education Code and university reporting and complaint processes, or quickly learn this context.
• Excel at building constructive relationships with diverse stakeholders in large, complex organisations.
• Produce clear, sensitive written documentation, including detailed case notes and accurate information management records.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team - Student and Scholarly Services

You will join Student and Scholarly Services within the Chief Operating Officer Portfolio, a collaborative team that supports students from first enquiry to graduation. The Safer Community Program leads University-wide responses to concerning, threatening and harmful behaviours, partnering closely with faculties and central divisions. You will work with committed professionals who value evidence-informed practice, prevention and early intervention, and who are focused on building a safer, more respectful environment for every member of the University community.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at @unimelb.edu.au.

Application essentials:

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

Applications close:

Tuesday, 20th October 2026, at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:

PD_JR-017963 Senior Advisor Gender-Based Violence.docx

PD_JR-017963 Senior Advisor Gender-Based Violence.pdf

Bring your passion to help us shape the future. The University of Melbourne is a world-leading research and education institution anchored in deep history and future-focused innovation. We are building a thriving, fair, and diverse community where academic and professional staff work in partnership to solve globally significant problems and put students at the heart of everything we do.

Our work goes beyond the campus, benefiting society through transformative education and world-leading research that builds long-term resilience for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Bring your passion to help us shape the future. The University of Melbourne is a world-leading research and education institution anchored in deep history and future-focused innovation. We are building a thriving, fair, and diverse community where academic and professional staff work in partnership to solve globally significant problems and put students at the heart of everything we do.

Our work goes beyond the campus, benefiting society through transformative education and world-leading research that builds long-term resilience for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Perks and benefits Competitive Remuneration Work-Life Balance Career Development Health & Wellbeing Services Discounts Dedicated Development for Academic Women Childcare Facilities Discounted Learning