• Position    : Permanent - Full Time
• Location   : Chirnside Park VIC 3116
• Salary      : $115,337 - $120,440 Based on level of experience, plus super
• This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated only position 

The Organisation

The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation’s visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.

Our strength lies with our people.

About the role

Lead a passionate team dedicated to strengthening the cultural identity, safety and connection of Aboriginal children and young people. You will provide culturally strong leadership across AFLDM, Cultural Planning, KCPS and Youth Justice programs, ensuring high quality, culturally responsive support for children, young people and families. Working alongside community, ACCOs, ACCHOs, DFFH and key partners, you will help create positive outcomes and support Aboriginal children and young people to stay connected to culture, family and Country.

About You

You are a culturally strong and values driven leader who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal children, young people and families. You bring experience leading and mentoring teams, guiding culturally safe practice and driving positive outcomes. With strong knowledge of relevant legislation, service standards and compliance requirements, you support staff to deliver high quality services while fostering continuous learning, accountability and growth. You build respectful partnerships, embed culture in everyday practice and lead with integrity, collaboration and a commitment to community.

• Desirable: 
• Minimum Education/ Qualification- Diploma of Community Services or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the community services sector
• Substantial experience in a leadership role within community services, child and family services, or a related sector
• Requirements: Valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. 
• Current COVID-19 vaccination (Strongly Recommended).

What we can offer you

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
• The support of regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities 
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• 17.5%  loading on annual leave
• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel 
• Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs 
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program 

Please note: This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.

We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying.

Please click here  Cultural Engagement TL PD Eas144.pdf to download the position description for this role. 

Application closes by Monday 19th October 2026

We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity, honouring all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.

VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.

VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy