Community Development Specialist- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Deliver domestic and family violence prevention initiatives across Bayside
- Work with government and community partners to drive inclusive programs
- Support the delivery of Council’s Domestic and Family Violence Action Plan
Our team
At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
The City Life directorate delivers personalised and public services to enhance community life, including family, aged, leisure and cultural services.
About the role
This role plays a key part in delivering domestic and family violence prevention initiatives across Bayside. You will design and deliver programs that support primary prevention and respond to the needs of diverse communities.
You will work in partnership across Council to ensure programs are inclusive and responsive to the needs of diverse communities, including people from culturally diverse backgrounds, First Nations communities, people with disability, young people and older residents.
You will use research, data and stakeholder insights to ensure initiatives are evidence-based and impactful. The role also represents Council within sector networks and works collaboratively to strengthen community outcomes.
You can also expect to:
- Develop and deliver programs that support primary prevention efforts addressing the antecedents of domestic and family violence across Bayside.
- Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of Council’s Domestic and Family Violence Action Plan.
- Represent Council in relevant meetings, forums, and sector events, the Eastern Suburbs Domestic Violence Network, and St George Domestic Violence Committee.
- Monitor trends, research and policy developments to inform prevention initiatives.
- Build strong partnerships with services and funding bodies and advocate for community needs.
About you
We are looking for someone who has:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent, demonstrated experience in primary prevention.
- Understanding of the domestic and family violence sector and current best-practice approaches
- Current Driver’s Licence Class C
Our benefits and culture
As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.
On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy:
- 3 extra days off during Christmas each year
- 10 days sick leave each year
- 5 days MyLeave allowing flexible personal leave each year
- Generous parental leave entitlements for both parents
- Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations
Apply now
Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the Position Description by clicking the paperclip button located in the top right section of this page. Please use Google Chrome or MS Edge when submitting your application. If you have any technical issues, please contact us at [email protected]
Closing date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026. Applicants may be requested to submit a one-way video response.
Salary: $102,266 - $114,143 plus super
Applicants will be required to satisfactorily undertake a CriminalHistory Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.
