Job Opportunity | Disability Inclusion Advocate

Job Description

About the Role
The Disability Inclusion Advocate champions the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the mission and ministry of Uniting Church Synod of Victoria and Tasmania and plays a key role in educating and resourcing the Church to be inclusive. The person in this role drafts policy, develops educational resources to support the implementation of policy related programs and processes, and provides access support for people making complaints or participating in programs related to the work of the Culture of Safety team. The Disability Inclusion Advocate works to deliver outcomes stated in the Disability Action Plan. Guided by this plan the role nurtures the development of theologies and practices of disability inclusion and resources the Church to be fully inclusive.

This is a full-time ongoing role based in Melbourne.

About You
We are looking for someone who has:

• Tertiary qualifications related to theology, disability studies, education, and/or community development.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Sound knowledge of the disability sector, including a wide range of issues and experiences of people living with disability.
• A sound understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks, including the Disability Royal Commission.
• The ability to identify and articulate complexity and nuance in a range of disability settings, and can assist others to articulate the needs of persons living with disability, including navigating cultural complexity.
• Knowledge of the Uniting Church in Australia its polity, systems and practices is highly desirable.
• Experience and engagement with the life of local and regional faith communities is preferred.