Diversity and Inclusion Specialist

Diversity and Inclusion Specialist | Located at our newly built Oak Flats office Join Warrigal, a leading organisation committed to excellence in aged care. The role is about embedding inclusion, respect, and belonging across Warrigal. It’s not just about diversity in theory it’s about creating frameworks, action plans, and cultural change that touch every part of the organisation. About Warrigal At Warrigal, our values Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Compassion guide our approach and our vision is simple yet profound : a world where older people feel known, loved, and connected. Guided by our purpose Enabling older people live their best lives on their terms, we’re dedicated to providing dignity, community, and belonging. We believe in creating joyful experiences, lasting memories, and a society that celebrates aging. Every team member at Warrigal contributes to this legacy, ensuring it continues to inspire generations to come. The opportunity We are seeking a passionate and experienced Diversity and Inclusion Specialist to lead organisation-wide initiatives that foster respect, belonging, and cultural safety at Warrigal. In this pivotal role, you will design and deliver key frameworks including our Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, Safeguarding Framework, and Reconciliation Action Plan, ensuring they drive meaningful change across our workforce and services. Working closely with internal committees, senior leaders, and external partners, you will champion inclusion, reconciliation, and safeguarding practices that strengthen our commitment to human rights and create an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and connected. What You’ll Bring Essential Demonstrated experience in inclusion and diversity, safeguarding, or reconciliation program delivery within a complex organisation. Ability to engage with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, and culturally and linguistically diverse groups. Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills across all organisational levels. Understanding of human rights, cultural safety, and trauma-informed practice principles. Proven leadership in embedding frameworks and driving cultural change. Desirable Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences, Human Services, Community Development, or related field. Experience in the aged care, health, or community services sectors. Membership or active involvement with recognised inclusion or reconciliation bodies. Experience in data reporting and evaluation of social or cultural programs. What we Offer | Recognising your value Part Time Position of 24 Hours per week Attractive base salary of $131,400 per annum (pro rata for 24 hours per week, based on experience) plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits. Not For Profit salary packaging benefits – pay up to $18,550 less tax per year, meaning more money for you. Career break schemes, additional purchased leave and more. Commitment to on‑going professional and career development. Subsidised access to your local gym and 200+ more across the country with a Fitness Passport. 24 / 7 access to mental, physical, social and financial support via the LifeWorks app. What our people love about working here A focus on purpose over profit : As a not-for-profit organisation, our leaders and board care deeply about the vision. What’s in the best interests of older people always trumps profits. Everything goes back into the business. And everything you do has a meaningful impact in the local community. A supportive, passionate culture : It’s a community filled with inspiring, big-hearted people. We back each other, listen without judgement and lead with kindness, respect and unwavering support - for our customers, residents and each other. This is encouraged from the top down and worked hard at – every day. Leaders who value you : It’s important you feel valued. To us, this is not a one-off task. But a commitment to creating an environment where you feel seen, heard and valued – every day. Leaders and managers go out of their way to understand you, respect your opinions and hear what you have to say. This creates greater unity and collaboration with each other. Time for a life that matters : We want you to feel part of our community, to have a place to belong, while respecting your life outside work. You’ll have the flexibility to fit work around your needs, take career breaks and purchase extra leave to make time for the people, places and life that matters to you. Do work that matters to you This is your chance to do work that matters and make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australia’s older community – now and in the future. JOIN US AND BE THE DIFFERENCE We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people, workers of all abilities, ages and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply and join our community. Are you keen? Then don’t delay applying. We review applications as we get them and will close the vacancy once we find the right person. Got questions? You can contact but please don’t send applications through email – we can’t accept them. If successful, you may be asked to do a medical, National Criminal History Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check, and provide references. #J-18808-Ljbffr