Lawyer, Education And Projects Officer

Catholic Education Diocese Of Rockhampton; Gauteng; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community legal service seeks a Lawyer, Education and Projects Officer to support women in Central Australia. You will provide legal advice and community education, helping clients navigate the legal system while promoting awareness on issues related to domestic and family violence. If you're passionate about advocacy and making a difference, this is your opportunity.

Benefits

Relocation assistance up to $3,000

Six weeks annual leave

Paid professional development

Generous salary packaging

Qualifications

• Post-admission experience in legal practice (at least 1 year).
• Experience in delivering legal education and training.
• Familiarity with domestic violence frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation in various practice areas.
• Deliver community legal education sessions and training.
• Conduct outreach and provide legal services to remote communities.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Public Speaking

Legal Research

Community Education

Education

Practising Certificate in Northern Territory

Job description

Use your legal skills to empower women and create lasting community impactEnjoy a competitive salary, 12% super, 6 weeks leave, and generous salary packagingMake a difference from Alice Springs – relocation support and a thriving team await youAbout 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.

Want to understand the kind of work you'll be part of at CAWLS?

Supported over 1, women across Central Australia and the Barkly RegionLaunched new services like School Lawyers and Criminal Law outreachPartnered with health, education and community organisations to create real changeJoin a team making a measurable difference in the lives of women and families every day.

About the OpportunityCentral Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS) is looking for a full-time Lawyer, Education and Projects Officer, based in Alice Springs, NT.

This role offers a unique blend of legal practice and community education, supporting CAWLS' outreach efforts while empowering frontline workers to respond to disclosures of domestic, family, and sexual violence.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Providing legal advice and representation across CAWLS' areas of practiceDelivering community legal education (CLE) sessions and developing training resourcesRepresenting clients in court and assisting with duty lawyer servicesConducting outreach and providing legal services in remote communitiesDeveloping education and training for partner organisations, aligned with the NT DFSV Risk Assessment and Management FrameworkAuditing partner services' risk assessment and referral processes and implementing improvementsBuilding networks and representing CAWLS at meetings and stakeholder eventsContributing to policy and law reform activities, including writing and editing publicationsMaintaining appropriate records and using CLASS data systemsParticipating in professional development and training in collaboration with the Education and Policy ManagerTo read the full position description, please click here .

To qualify, you will need to be eligible to hold a Practising Certificate in the Northern Territory and have at least one year of post-admission experience in legal practice.

Additionally, the following will be highly regarded :

Experience delivering legal education and trainingKnowledge of domestic, family, and sexual violence dynamicsExperience designing adult education and professional development resourcesFamiliarity with DFSV frameworks and eLearning toolsStrong stakeholder engagement and public speaking skillsExperience working with CALD and First Nations communitiesYou'll also bring excellent written and verbal communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work independently.

A commitment to self-care and resilience in trauma-informed practice is key.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate legal educator with a heart for advocacy and a drive to create meaningful change for women and children in Central Australia.

Please note : This is a female-identified position under Sections 30 and 34 of the Sex Discrimination Act .

You must also hold (or be eligible to obtain) a current NT Driver's Licence, Ochre Card, and National Police Check.

You must also hold, or be able to obtain, a current NT Driver's Licence, NT Ochre Card, and pass a National Police Check. About the BenefitsYou 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, and support provided to make Alice Springs your new homeRemote and Travel AllowancesSix weeks annual leave + additional 12 days personal leaveSalary Sacrificing optionsA supportive work environment with plenty of on-the-job trainingPaid professional development and upskilling opportunitiesHigh priority focus on employee wellbeingTeam bonding events and great company spirit and cultureMentorship and training programmesDiscover your new home : Alice Springs, NTIn 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?This is a unique and highly rewarding opportunity to use your skills to support the women in Central Australia.

You'll be able to see the direct impact your work has on clients and the remote communities that CAWLS supports.

The position is subject to satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period. If you're looking for the chance to bring your skills to a passionate not-for-profit organisation, that's supporting the women who need it most, don't wait - Apply Now! Apply Now

Our ImpactCAWLS was born out of necessity.

In the early s a group of dedicated women legal practitioners began providing free legal advice to women in need.

Mostly these women were victims of domestic violence who had no other access to legal advice.

Over time, it became obvious that women in Central Australia required a full time legal service.

A submission to the federal government ultimately resulted in the creation of CAWLS.

We want to create a bright and safe future for all women and children; helping them live with dignity and respect, free from all forms of violence and abuse.

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QuestionsWhich of the following best describes your working rights in Australia?

I am a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New ZealandI have a VISA which allows me to work in the countryI will require sponsorship to work in AustraliaThis role is based in Alice Springs, NT.

Do you currently reside in Alice Springs?

• Yes - I currently reside in Alice Springs or the surrounding areaNo - but I have plans and / or willing to relocate to Alice SpringsNo - I don't reside in Alice Springs and have no plans to relocateThis role is female-identified under Section 30 to 34 of the Australian Sex Discrimination Act, which means it is a genuine occupational requirement that the incumbent be female.

Do you identify as female?

• YesNoDo you currently hold, or are you eligible to hold, a Practising Certificate in the Northern Territory?
• Yes – I currently hold a Practising Certificate in the NTYes - I am eligible to obtain oneNo – and I am not eligible to obtain oneHow many years of post-admission legal experience do you have?
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• I have an Ochre card, or the ability to obtain oneI hold a current police check or the ability to obtain oneI hold a current NT Driver Licence, or the ability to obtain oneNone of the aboveDo you have experience in delivering community legal education or adult professional development training?
• Yes – both legal education and trainingYes – legal education onlyYes – professional training onlyNoWhat is your salary expectation for this role?
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