Winner of the Xref Engage 2025 Best Workplace Awards for 3 consecutive years
Supportive environment who understands the importance of connection
Established Not-for-profit organisation with 100 years of trusted experience

ABOUT YOU:

You are passionate about contributing to a community services organisation and bring an understanding of the family law system, along with insight into the unique needs of families navigating separation or divorce. You are comfortable working with sensitive subject matter and approach it with empathy and professionalism.

You possess strong skills in project and event management, coupled with excellent administrative capabilities. Your proficiency with technology and software applications provides a strong foundation for delivering efficient outcomes. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and a proactive problem-solving approach.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The role of Project Officer, Family Law Pathways Network (FLPN) is to provide coordination for the Port Macquarie and Taree Family Law Pathways Network project. FLPN is a national program for professionals working with Australian families who are separating or have separated and is funded by the Attorney General's Department.

It is made up of members from a variety of different community organisations within the region who share information and resources regarding post-separation services and aims to strengthen the regional legal and community interface and support service providers to achieve the best possible outcomes for separating families and children.

KEY DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

Organise and attend regular meetings, events, information days and annual conferences
Providing a range of administrative, coordination and secretarial support services, including taking minutes of meetings, completing FLPN work plans, preparing reports and obtaining updated budgets
Building referral pathways and sharing information across family law services to ensure better outcomes for families within the family law system
Providing a point of coordination for the regions FLPN steering committee

For further details about this opportunity, and for a full list of the key role requirements and responsibilities, please visit our Careers page via the provided link interrelate.connxcareers.com/Job/ViewJobs

This is a Fixed-term contract position until 30 June 2028, working 15 hours per week with the days of work negotiable.

This position will require the successful candidate to have flexibility to work some evenings and/or early mornings to attend meetings or events in the region.

The position will be based in Port Macquarie with occasional travel to Taree as required.

The hourly rate for this position is $42.84ph plus 12% superannuation.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Cert IV, Diploma or Degree in social work, community services, psychology, or related discipline
Previous experience in a not-for-profit community organisation or other client service environment
Demonstrated experience in administration and secretarial skills like taking minutes, written communication such as emails, newsletters, and reports
Demonstrated experience in project and event management
Knowledge and understanding of the needs of families who are experiencing separation or divorce
Highly developed written and interpersonal communication skills, along with a demonstrated ability to network, liaise and negotiate effectively with a diverse range of people
Highly developed organisational and time management skills, with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

ABOUT US:

Interrelate is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting healthy human connection. Our vision is a world where healthy relationships are the norm, and our purpose is to support healthy human connection from childhood.

With more than 100 years of expertise in relationship support, we deliver responsive, cutting-edge and transformative services across 30+ locations (and online), supporting over 160,000 clients each year. Our skilled and dedicated team provides accessible services that empower individuals, families and communities to live and relate more effectively.

We are proud to be recognised as a winner of Xref Engage 2025 Best Workplace Awards, for three surveys in a row. This prestigious recognition celebrates workplaces with strong leadership, excellent management practices and highly engaged teams. At Interrelate, we care about each other, focus on strengths, celebrate achievements, support continuous learning, and find joy in our work, despite the seriousness of what we do.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Salary Sacrificing and Packaging Options (superannuation, loans, credit cards, school fees)
Additional days of paid leave on top of the standard leave entitlements
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Awards & Appreciation programs
High level of diversity in the role

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in applying for this role, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria as outlined in the Job Description.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 5 May 2026

If you have any questions regarding this position, please email recruitment@interrelate.org.au

Interrelate aspires to continue to be a leader in our community, an organisation known for working respectfully with clients from all different and diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of diverse; gender identity, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, language, socio-economic circumstances, life circumstances, beliefs, or any forms of perceived disadvantage.

If you will have special requirements or would like to talk to us before submitting an application, please do not hesitate to contact us at diversity@interrelate.org.au and we will organise for you to chat with an appropriate staff member to explain how we can help you.

All Interrelate positions require the satisfactory completion of relevant Police and Working with Children Checks. Interrelate services are funded by the Australian Government.

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