- Location
- Melbourne C B D, Australia
- Sector
- Social Care
- Salary
- $105,000.00 to $110,000.00 per annum
Project and Engagement Lead
Child Safety and Artificial Intelligence Pilot
Part-time (0.6 FTE) | Fixed Term November 2026 to November 2027
Melbourne CBD / Hybrid | $110,000 pro rata + super + salary packaging
Are you passionate about child participation, digital innovation and creating positive change? Join the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare and help lead a nationally significant initiative exploring how children and young people can influence the development of safe, ethical and respectful artificial intelligence.
About the Role
The Project and Engagement Lead will play a key role in delivering an innovative project focused on child safety, AI literacy, and the participation of children and young people in shaping the future of emerging technologies. Working closely with community organisations, education providers, project partners and the project's human-centred design partner, Today, you will coordinate stakeholder engagement, participant recruitment, project delivery and knowledge translation activities.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to work that brings together children's rights, digital safety, AI governance and collective action across sectors. Further information on the role is detailed in the position description.
Why Join Us?
At the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare, you'll be part of an organisation dedicated to advancing the rights, wellbeing and opportunities of children, young people and families. You'll enjoy:
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
- Additional leave over the Christmas and New Year period.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Attractive not-for-profit salary packaging.
- A supportive, values-driven workplace committed to innovation, inclusion and impact.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Your resume; and
- A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your interest in the role, relevant experience and how you meet the key selection criteria.
For a confidential discussion, contact Dr Carmel Goulding, Senior Manager, Growth and Development at carmel.goulding@cfecfw.org.au
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before a formal closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
Join us to create meaningful opportunities for children and young people to shape the design, governance and use of emerging technologies.
Please refer to the full Position Description (attached) for application details.