THE OPPORTUNITY

Do you want to use your skills to help eliminate domestic and family violence in our local community?

The Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS) is looking for a Training and Event Support Officer to support the smooth operations of DVCS training and community engagement events, including the delivery of Risk Assessment and Management Framework Training to government and non-government participants.

THE ORGANISATION

Have you been looking for an exciting chance to join a leading organisation that is dedicated to addressing domestic and family violence in our community?

DVCS is a non-government, not-for-profit specialist domestic and family violence service that seeks to reduce violence and abuse in relationships. DVCS provides crisis and long-term support services to help break the domestic and family violence cycle. DVCS is here to support people, both during and after crisis situations as well as support programs for those who use violence, with the aim of bringing about change.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Salary Range: SCHADS L4P1 – L4P3 commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience.

- A dynamic workplace that values innovation and quality practice

- Opportunity to be part of an organisation helping to create strong, safe, and inclusive communities

- A commitment to staff well-being through free, confidential support via Employee Assistance Programs and external supervision

- Professional development through training and development courses

- 5 weeks annual leave

- Annual Flu Vaccination Program

- Salary sacrificing options

DUTIES

The Training and Events Support Officer role includes:

- Manage room bookings, catering, AV requirements, setup, and cleanup for training and other community engagement events;

- Manage registrations, participant queries, post-training evaluations and other logistics to support the delivery of DVCS training and community engagement events;

- Communicate with stakeholders and community members about DVCS training and events,



including through email and social media platforms;

- Ensure events are accessible, and individual participant’s accessibility needs are considered and responded to appropriately;

- Support DFV Risk Assessment Training Coordinator in the development and preparation of resources for training delivery;

- Answer and respond appropriately to incoming inquiries by phone calls and emails related to training and events;

SELECTION CRITERIA

All applicants must meet and address the following Selection Criteria in writing.

- Relevant experience in supporting the smooth delivery of training and events

- Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to liaise with a wide variety of people

- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative

- Able to prioritise competing tasks and ensure deadlines are met and expectations managed when issues arise

- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business

- Good working knowledge of IT systems and the Microsoft Suite, with the ability to learn and adopt new technologies where appropriate

- Knowledge and understanding of domestic violence and social justice issues, or a willingness to gain such knowledge

- A demonstrated commitment to the values of equity, inclusion and diversity

- Current Working with Vulnerable People Card

- Current Driver's Licence

If you have any questions or queries about this position, please contact 02 •••• •999 or via email at ••••@dvcs.org.au using the subject line: Training and Events Support Officer enquiry via SEEK.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

All applications must submit current CV and a statement against the selection criteria that demonstrates their capability against the listed selection criteria, and how they align to the requirements for this role.

All applicants should address the selection criteria in full, to be considered for interview.

Applications close midnight, Monday 7 September 2026.

📌 Training and Event Support Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Domestic Violence Crisis Service
📍 Canberra