- Empower women by addressing legal barriers at the intersection of health and justice.

- Enjoy a competitive salary, 12% Super, 6 Weeks' Leave, and Generous Salary Packaging!

- Make a difference from Alice Springs – relocation support and a thriving team await you.

About Central Australian Women’s Legal Service (CAWLS)

Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS) is an accredited Community Legal Centre with offices in Alice Springs and Tennant Creek. Specialising in assisting women affected by Domestic and Family Violence, CAWLS offers legal, court, and holistic services across Central Australia and the Barkly Region.

About the Opportunity

As part of our Health Justice Partnership, this Alice Springs-based role delivers legal services and education in healthcare settings. You will address domestic, family and sexual violence, family law and child protection matters for health service referrals, drop-in clients, and clinic appointments.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Provide high-quality legal advice and representation on domestic and family violence, family law, and child protection

- Respond to on-call requests for legal advice within the Health Justice Partnership during business hours

- Deliver outreach legal services, community education, and training to health professionals and remote communities

- Create legal content for education programs, eLearning tools, articles, blogs and social media

- Support CAWLS' partnerships and strengthen referral pathways between health and legal services

- Contribute to policy and law reform, reporting, and organisational compliance

Skills & Experience





- Eligible for an NT Practising Certificate with 1–2 years' post-admission experience, particularly in DFSV

- Experience as an adult educator/facilitator with excellent public speaking and communication skills

- Strong understanding of DFSV dynamics and legal, economic, and social issues affecting local women

- Alignment with social justice, cultural awareness, and ability to work in a small multidisciplinary team

This is a meaningful opportunity for a compassionate and driven legal practitioner who wants to improve access to justice, support women's safety, and collaborate across systems to deliver real change.

Please note: This is a female-identified position under Sections 30 and 34 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984. You must also hold (or be eligible to obtain) a current NT Driver’s Licence, Ochre Card, and National Police Check.

About the Benefits

You will receive a competitive base salary plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience), along with a great host of perks, including:

- Relocation Assistance and support provided to make Alice Springs your new home

- Travel Allowances

- Six Weeks' Annual Leave + Additional 12 Days Personal Leave

- Salary sacrificing options

- Paid professional development and upskilling opportunities

- Mentorship and training programmes

Ready to Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful systemic change in a region where your impact truly matters. If you are passionate about supporting women and fostering safe, empowered communities, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more about the role, view the full job description, and access the application form, please click Apply to visit our Talent Landing Page.

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