Project Support Officer

Australian Human Rights Commission
Are you ready to support projects that advance human rights and make a real impact across Australia?
Why us?
We protect and promote human rights in Australia and internationally.
Help us drive impact in:
Equality Justice and Human Rights
Policy
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The opportunity:
Opportunity type:
Paid job
Commitment:
Flexible
Experience level:
🌿 Starting Out (0 - 2 yrs)
Location:
National
Remuneration:
$75,041- $83,074 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
Closing date:
November 2, 2025
Why you might love this opp:

We’re seeking Project Support Officers who are driven by purpose and committed to advancing human rights across Australia to join our dynamic policy division and support key strategic initiatives that promote and protect human rights across the nation. You will support project teams across Sex Discrimination, Race Discrimination, Disability Discrimination or Children's rights team.

What's involved:

In these upcoming roles, you’ll support high impact projects that influence policy, empower communities, and ensure human rights are embedded in every aspect of public life. If you're ready to make a real difference and bring your expertise to a purpose driven team, we want to hear from you.

These full-time / part time, non-ongoing positions offers a competitive salary range of $75,041- $83,074 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation. We offer flexible, hybrid and remote work options.

Key criteria:

What We’re Looking For:

  • Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and/or experience in human rights is desirable.
  • Experience in community consultation and/or campaigns and public awareness initiatives is desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide high-level executive and administrative support in a project setting.
  • Very good organisational and administrative skills including technology/computer skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision, to set priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to conduct research and analyse policy issues.
  • Knowledge of best practice community engagement is desirable.
  • Very good interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute to building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as part of a team. 
  • Strong communication skills – both oral and written.
How to apply:

Follow the link for more info and please cite Ripple Opportunities in your application. 

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