About the organisation Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. Since 1977, we have provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community, with a focus on advocacy, policy development, and research. Position: General Manager, Violence Prevention – The Men’s Project Newly created leadership role within a unique program Richmond-based position accessible via public transport About the role This role provides leadership to strengthen, oversee, and monitor practices related to reducing violence and harmful behaviors among boys and men through The Men’s Project. Responsibilities include managing teams and initiatives, practice development, implementing supervision frameworks, knowledge translation, evaluation, continuous improvement, and developing new responses with potential funding support. About the program The Men’s Project, launched in 2017, aims to reduce violence and harmful behaviors among boys and men, enhancing their wellbeing and fostering safe families and communities. Our vision is for good men, respectful relationships, and safe communities. The project builds on Jesuit Social Services’ 45 years of engagement with boys and men, leading new efforts to improve wellbeing and safety. We offer competitive remuneration, salary packaging, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for personal growth. What Jesuit Social Services offers: An organization that embodies its values daily A supportive and welcoming environment Comprehensive induction and orientation Ongoing training and development Employee assistance program Competitive salary and benefits Generous leave entitlements About you The ideal candidate will have: Extensive senior leadership and management experience in relevant fields Ability to lead and supervise practice managers Practitioner expertise working with men and boys to prevent violence, ideally in settings like schools, sports, construction, or justice Experience developing strategic partnerships and engaging stakeholders in social change initiatives Strong relationship-building, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills Experience in program planning, development, and strategic review Alignment with Jesuit Social Services’ mission and ethos Background in social work, psychology, or related fields How to apply Upload your resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria For more information, contact human.resources@jss.org.au Application deadline Close at 5:00 pm on 15th September 2025. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the deadline may be extended without notice. Jesuit Social Services is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA community members, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and working parents. We are a Child Safe organisation and require all applicants to undergo screening prior to appointment. J-18808-Ljbffr
