Witness to War (W2W) Community Engagement Specialist - STARTTS
Witness to War (W2W) Community Engagement Specialist (1180-CES)
Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities.
Come & join us!
THE ORGANISATION
STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths.
OUR COMMUNITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUALITY, AND INCLUSION
STARTTS is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and others who reflect the diversity of our society.
LET'S TALK ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The primary role of this position will be to support the implementation of a coherent community engagement strategy with communities affected by the conflict in Israel and Palestine. This position will be working within STARTTS Witness to War (W2W) Team to develop and maintain communication with FASSTT member agencies around their community engagement with affected communities and the wider service provision network. It will ensure that multilingual promotional materials are developed and shared widely, gather information about relevant services in each State and Territory and share with the team. The position will also manage W2W promotional events such as information sessions and stalls.
To learn more about the work Witness to War does, click here to listen to this interview from ABC Radio National.
Click here to view the position description
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of the culture, history, and current issues of refugee communities affected by overseas conflict.
- Fluent in English and a relevant language spoken by affected communities (e.g., Arabic, Hebrew. Dari).
- Relevant qualifications (Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or other relevant) or extensive experience working with communities affected by overseas conflict.
- Understanding of refugee issues, and the effects of torture on individuals, families and communities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment.
- Understanding and strong demonstrated experience of community liaison, community education, community development and/or community work.
- Knowledge of human services sector in NSW and ability to obtain knowledge about sectors in other States and Territories.
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are excited by this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application.
To start your journey to your career at STARTTS, APPLY HERE, and address the criteria questions.
For support in completing your application, refer to the STARTTS Application Guide.
For specific questions, you can contact Yassmen Yahya, Acting Witness to War Team Leader at Yassmen.Yahya@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 12 April 2026
PERKS & BENEFITS
- Employment with attractive leave entitlements including 14 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks’ annual leave and paid Accrued Day Off (ADO) (full-time employees only) and other entitlements.
- Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay.
- Great education opportunities through our Training department.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
- Active Social Club
- Potential access to Fleet cars
- Flexible hybrid work.
VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
**This role is a Category A role. It is mandatory for Category A workers to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health and STARTTS policies).
Vaccination and/or assessment is required for Category A workers for the following transmissible diseases – measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella (chickenpox), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), influenza and tuberculosis.
COVID19 vaccination is strongly recommended, but not a requirement for employment.
If successful you must provide evidence of vaccination and/or assessment.
Should you not be able to comply with vaccination requirements before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn. If you have a medical reason for why you cannot be vaccinated, a medical contraindication evidence will be required.
NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, as well as a Criminal Record Check clearance you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information: www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/check
