Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: $116,413 - $140,849

Grade: VPS 5

Occupation: Community services

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/DJ8063/AUG/2026

The Victorian Public Advocate is empowered by law to promote and safeguard the rights and interests of people with disability.

The Public Advocate is supported by staff and volunteers at the Office of the Public Advocate (OPA), including guardians, policy and research officers, advice and education staff, legal officers, corporate and administrative staff, and more than 650 volunteers.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

If you are considering taking on a challenging, rewarding role that allows you to make a noticeable difference in the lives of others, we look forward to hearing from you.

- Lead volunteer programs that protect rights and support people across Victoria.
- Guide a small team and support about 700 volunteers.
- Help shape how volunteers are recruited, trained and supported.
- Make a real difference to people with disability and others needing support.




- Ongoing full-time role earning $116,413 - $140,849 per year, plus super.

What you will do As coordinator, volunteer engagement, you will lead volunteer programs across Victoria.

You will guide staff and support about 700 volunteers across three programs.

You will

- lead strong volunteer recruitment, selection, training, support and monitoring processes.
- provide clear advice, guidance and training to volunteers and staff.
- support effective volunteer events, surveys, records, policies and appointment processes.
- lead a small team and support staff performance, learning and development.
- resolve complex issues and help improve volunteer programs under tight timeframes.

About you No qualification is mandatory for this role. Extensive experience as a volunteer coordinator or manager is highly desirable. A relevant tertiary qualification in social science or a related field is also desirable.

You should also have

- strong knowledge of Victoria's disability and mental health sectors.
- extensive experience working with volunteers and applying relevant standards and legislation.
- clear communication skills to handle sensitive issues and build trusted working relationships.
- people leadership skills to guide staff, manage projects and improve services.





To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Jo Kosylo at [email protected]. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Child safety statement of commitment The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon.

We aim to foster a culturally safe, child secure and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

Applications close Monday 7 September 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

24 August 2026

📌 Coordinator, Volunteer Engagement (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne