THE ORGANISATION

DVCS is a non-government, not-for-profit specialist domestic and family violence service that seeks to reduce violence and abuse in relationships. We provide crisis and long-term support services to help break the domestic and family violence cycle. We are 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.

ROLE PURPOSE & CONTEXT

The Operations Coordinator reports to the Deputy CEO and is responsible for providing oversight to the functions of the Corporate Services team. This includes a solid focus on compliance with relevant employment, work health and safety, financial and governance laws. The Operations Coordinator will support the financial operations of the organisation, and maintain oversight of key processes including grants and contracting, ICT systems and memberships.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Salary Range: SCHADS L7P1 – L7P3 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

- Maintain oversight of contractual arrangements and funding,



and support the timely management of contract governance

- Provide support to the external Chief Financial Officer, including oversight of payment of invoices, managing credit card reconciliations, supporting payrolls and maintaining an asset register.

- Provide best practice management of ICT system infrastructure in partnership with external ICT provider

- Provide oversight of financial record-keeping, employment records, membership lists and processes

- Maintain the organisational compliance register, and identify and escalate any identified compliance risks in areas of finance, insurance, employment law, governance or work health and safety

- Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders as directed by Deputy CEO

- Provide supervision and support to the Corporate Services team

- Support a team environment through leading by example and promoting respectful and positive workplace behaviours;

- Other duties as requested by the Chief Executive Officer or Deputy CEO and alongside the Leadership Team.

SELECTION CRITERIA

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

- Qualifications in Business Administration, Finance, Management, Law or Employee Relations,



or relevant experience

- Experience in organisational governance and business principles and demonstrated expertise in organisational compliance

- Personal commitment to addressing gender-based violence

- Proficiency in HR and payroll systems

- Strong personal competency in ICT systems, including Microsoft Word suite

- Well-developed ability to show initiative and proactively problem-solve

- Able to prioritise conflicting priorities and monitor workflows to ensure deadlines are met.

- Well-developed written and interpersonal communication skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.

- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information about DVCS staff and clients.

- Current Working with Vulnerable People registration.

- Current Driver’s Licence.

MORE INFORMATION

If you have any questions or queries about this position, please contact 02 6280 6*** or via email at ***********@dvcs.org.au using the subject line: Operations Coordinator 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.

📌 Operations Coordinator (Canberra)
🏢 Domestic Violence Crisis Service
📍 Canberra