This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About Us

AbSec – NSW Child, Family and Community Peak Aboriginal Corporation is the peak organisation for Aboriginal children, young people and families in NSW. We provide an Aboriginal perspective on child protection and out-of-home care policy to the NSW Government and support Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) to deliver effective services for Aboriginal children, young people and families. We are a not-for-profit, incorporated community organisation governed by an all-Aboriginal Board.

About the Role The Child Protection Practice Specialist plays a critical role in shaping and strengthening child protection practice across NSW by contributing to the reform and improvement of child protection assessment, investigation and decision-making approaches. Working within AbSec's Sector Innovations Team, this position provides specialist expertise, advice and leadership to support culturally responsive and evidence-informed reform initiatives. This unique role works in partnership with AbSec, the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) and the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), bringing together policy, practice, research and community voices to influence meaningful change across the child protection system.

This is a fixed-term full-time position through to June 2027, with an extension beyond this date dependent on funding availability.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide expert advice and contribute to the design, review and reform of child protection assessment frameworks, practices and reform initiatives.
- Undertake research, policy analysis, practice reviews and sector consultation.




- Develop policy advice, practice guidance, assessment tools, training materials and implementation resources.
- Lead and participate in co-design activities, workshops and stakeholder consultations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies and ACCOs.
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of projects and reform initiatives.

About You

- Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or a related human services discipline.
- Extensive experience in child protection, statutory child welfare or related human services environments.
- Strong analytical, research and policy development skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check & National Police Certificate

To obtain a position description detailing full accountabilities and selection criteria, please visit our website: https://absec.org.au/careers/

Advantages:

- Full-time 35-hour week based in Redfern
- Salary: SCHADS Level 6 commensurate with skills and experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging
- Hybrid work arrangement in a supportive and friendly work environment

How to apply:

- Address all selection criteria outlined in the position description, demonstrating your skills and experience to secure an interview. PD can be found via https://absec.org.au/careers/
- Submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and a current resume (not more than 5 pages) here, or alternatively, by email to: [email protected]
- Note: Applicants that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for an interview.

Applications close: Friday 4th December 2026. Enquiries about the position please contact the People and Culture Team by email: [email protected]

📌 Child Protection Practice Specialist (Redfern)
🏢 Absec
📍 Redfern