Australian Federation of Disability Organisations - Coordinator - Disability Royal Commission

This position is only available for those who identify as a person with disability as allowed under ‘special measures’ of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010, no other applicants will be considered.

The Australian Federation of Disability Organisations, a Disabled People’s Organisation and a National Cross-Disability Peak, represents people with disability and their families, and is looking for an experienced Coordinator – Board & Governance with relevant skills to fulfil this role.

Reporting directly to the National Manager – Systemic Advocacy, Insight & Research, you will be responsible for supporting the CEO, the AFDO Expert Adviser – DRC and the National Manager – Systemic Advocacy, Insight and Research, to ensure the work undertaken on the Disability Royal Commission (DRC) is handled efficiently and effectively. This will involve liaising with all AFDO member organisations to promote the work and hearings of the DRC and support them to undertake submissions and encourage their members to put in statements or provide evidence, etc. Collect data and reports from each of the AFDO member organisations, and drafting the appropriate reports for the funding body.

This is a great opportunity to join AFDO with an established project as we continue to grow and be an active contributor in extending our impact. See more about us at; www.afdo.org.au

You must have a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role within or outside of the sector.

This is a part time role working Tuesday to Thursday each week, with an initial 12 month contract and potential for renewal subject to results. We have a remote “home office” operating environment and great flexibility along with other benefits and a great team environment. Ideally, we are seeking the candidate to commence immediately.

Interested in applying?

Please submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to the criteria in the Position description below with your resume to ceo@afdo.org.au with the subject line: Coordinator – Disability Royal Commission.