The Office for Women is responsible for the Domestic and Family Violence Safety Alliance and works across government and community towards achieving gender equity and positive change for women in South Australia. The Office develops policy and provides advice on issues affecting women to improve their safety, wellbeing and economic security. The Manager, Domestic and Family Violence is a role within Office for Women (OFW), Community and Family Services and is accountable to the Director for: Providing high level policy advice and project management on initiatives that influence change in social policy, practice and legislation which impact women in South Australia. Supporting the Director to provide advice about setting strategic directions, policies and actions for the Office for Women. Providing support and developing and maintaining effective strategic partnerships with government and non-government agencies and community organisations to promote collaboration and awareness about issues that impact on women and girls in South Australia. Providing leadership, advice, support, and direction to the Domestic and Family Violence team and leading the procurement and contract management processes for the OFW. Special Conditions DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and / or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us and a member of the team will get back to you. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and / or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and / or neurodivergent people to thrive in. Application Instructions You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide. Screening Checks If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body. If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr