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VCOSS is a committed equal opportunity employer.

We strive to create an environment where everybody is free to be themselves and supported to succeed.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, family or parental status, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, political or religious beliefs, disability or health.

We actively celebrate diversity among our staff and welcome applications from people from all cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse genders, sexes and sexualities, and people with a disability. People from unique or diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position.

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Current vacancies

We have two exciting new roles in the VCOSS leadership team:

Director – Communications and Engagement

Working in partnership with VCOSS CEO and Executive leadership team, members, and other stakeholders, the Director of Communications and Engagement plays a key role in shaping VCOSS’ public image, driving clear and strategic communications that are aligned to VCOSS’ values and priorities, and engaging our large membership base and key stakeholders.

This pivotal role leads a small team to develop and deliver communication strategies, flagship events and campaigns, media management and public relations, and to continue to position VCOSS as an impactful peak body and effective voice for social and economic justice in Victoria.

The Director of Communications and Engagement is responsible for ensuring that VCOSS is an influential voice on a range of social and economic policy issues, backed by an active and engaged member/supporter base, and a strong visual identity, storytelling and reputation, with a current focus on the lead up to the 2026 election.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your communications and engagement experience to the peak for Victoria’s social and community sector, shaping VCOSS’ public voice. You will be working in a respected and influential organisation working to end poverty and disadvantage in Victoria, leading the Communications and Engagement function and a member of the Executive team.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and so early applications are encouraged.

⏩See the position description and apply here (via Ethical Jobs).

Director – Policy and Research

  • This is a rare and exciting opportunity to bring your policy and research experience to the peak for Victoria’s social and community services sector and the state’s premier social advocacy body
  • VCOSS is seeking an outstanding Director, Policy and Research to lead our policy and research agenda at a critical time for social and economic policy in Victoria
  • You will be working in a respected and influential organisation to end poverty and disadvantage in Victoria, leading the policy and research function and as a member of the Executive team

The Director is a high-profile role working with the CEO and Executive team working to generate compelling evidence-based expertise to advocate for solutions to complex social and economic problems.

As a member of the Executive leadership team, the Director is responsible for continuing to build a strong public profile, consulting and engaging with member organisations and stakeholders, and developing compelling policy, research and advocacy. The role also supports the CEO and Executive team with a range of executive level responsibilities, including external relations, strategic advocacy priorities, community sector strengthening and lived expertise engagemen

The role will support VCOSS to tackle systemic social issues that make life hard for Victorians, whilst building support for policy change by engaging the social service stakeholder ecosystem. The Director leads a diverse team to develop and realise compelling policy submissions, and advocacy and research outputs to advance VCOSS’ purpose.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and so early applications are encouraged.

⏩See the position description and apply here (via Ethical Jobs).

VCOSS acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country, and we pay respect to Elders and Ancestors. Our business is conducted on sovereign, unceded Aboriginal land. The VCOSS offices are located on Wurundjeri Woiwurrung land in central Naarm.