Program Coordinator

Women's Safety Services SA (WSSSA) is a leading South Australian provider of support services for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence.

The SA Domestic and Family Violence Safety Alliance brings together the collective knowledge and experience of National Agreement on Social Housing and Homelessness funded Alliance Participants, First Nations people, and women and children with lived experience of domestic and family violence. The Alliance recognises the fundamental rights of all people to safety, freedom and self-determination, and has a special focus on these outcomes for women and their children.

THE ROLE

Safe at Home supports women and their children who are experiencing, or have experienced, domestic and/or family violence to remain safely in their home. DFVSA are seeking a Program Coordinator, to focus on building the quality and impact of the Safe at Home program statewide.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your understanding of domestic and family violence and project management experience to coordinate and strengthen relationships and partnerships with partners across South Australia to deliver a vital program to victim-survivors.

Initially offered on a fixed term basis until 30 June 2026, working 45 hours per fortnight (0.6FTE) which can be negotiated and worked in a pattern that suits both you and DFVSA business. Employed by Women's Safety Services, as the lead agency within the DFVSA Alliance, the position is accountable to the Alliance via the Alliance Senior Manager (ASM).

The role is based at the WSSSA head office, however other base locations in regional South Australia may be considered, subject to negotiation and the needs of the program.

A full position description can be found HERE

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for this position you will have a strong understanding of domestic and family violence and the impacts for women and children, particularly in the South Australian context. Other key requirements include:

• Demonstrated experience working in project/program management or coordination capacity with responsibility for coordinating activities in a high-pressured environment;
• Strong knowledge and experience of stakeholder engagement, including developing collaborative working relationships, and in building and maintaining relationships with government, non-government, business and community organisations;
• Understanding of the foundational approaches to working with women and children who have experienced domestic and/or family violence;
• Strong understanding of the barriers to support experienced by key groups of women and children (particularly those from Aboriginal communities, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities);
• Experience in evaluating programs and/or continuous improvement activities, including undertaking research and critical analysis, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and using this information to form evidence-based recommendations and reports;
• Strong understanding of working with victim-survivors of domestic and/or family violence, including risk and safety management, response and support.
• A current drivers licence, and be eligible for, or hold a DHS Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance

WHY CHOOSE WOMEN'S SAFETY SERVICES SA?

WSSSA are proud to offer the following benefits to our valued staff:

• Level 5, Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Award
• Generous above award Enterprise Agreement entitlements: Including
  • 5 Wellbeing days
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid Domestic & Family Violence Leave
  • First Nations Ceremonial, and Cultural leave
• Salary Packaging Options: up to $15,900 tax free and other incentives available
• Commitment to work life balance: flexible hours/ ways of working
• Career Development Opportunities: promotion opportunities, on the job and in-house training.
• Women's led organisation: client-centered, strengths based, diverse, trauma-informed, supportive and responsive
• Specialist Trauma-informed Employee Assistance Program

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application via the Women's Safety Services SA Careers page

It is essential that your applications includes your resume and a cover letter, addressing the person specification, competencies and experience within the position description HERE

Inquires can be emailed to

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 12 October 2025

WSSSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building our strengths through a diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, applicants of culturally diverse backgrounds, those with disability, and gender diverse applicants are strongly encouraged apply.