A range of CAREER opportunities are available in child and family services, early years, parenting support, youth justice, leadership and more.

Across Victoria, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) are creating real change by delivering vital services and strengthening communities.

Now’s your chance to be part of it.

Why work in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO)?

When you join an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, you’re not just taking a job you’re creating real change.

Purpose-driven work

— every role contributes directly to safeguarding the rights of Aborginal children, young people and families.

Cultural integrity

— be part of an environment that celebrates culture and identity.

Strong community

— work alongside passionate teams that care deeply about what they do.

Career growth

— access pathways, mentorship, and training through networks like the Victorian Aboriginal Children and Young People’s Alliance (VACYPA).

Holistic support

— work in an environment that supports children, young people and families in a holistic way that is underpinned by culture.

FAQs

Who can apply?

Positions are available for Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal people who share a commitment to working alongside community.

Do I need previous experience in Aboriginal organisations?

Not always. Many roles offer training and support — what matters most is your passion for community, culture, and equity.

What types of roles are available?

Roles now available across child and family support, youth engagement, early years, cultural connection and community services.

What qualifications do I need?

Some roles require no qualifications, whilst other programs have more specific qualification requirements. Positions are available for those with a variety of qualifications from certificate to post-graduate level. If you are a compassionate person who would like to work with community, we would love to hear from you.

How do I apply?

Click through to the ACCO you’re interested in and apply directly via their job board or website.

Jobs are open to everyone, so whether you’re looking to grow your career, start a new one, or simply make a difference where it matters most, your next deadly opportunity is waiting for you.

Use the map or locations list below to find your location, then click through to the Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation to view current career opportunities.

Links to all Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations by Location

Bairnsdale

(Gippsland & East Gippsland Aboriginal Cooperative)

Ballarat

(Ballarat and District Aboriginal Cooperative)

Bendigo

(Bendigo & District Aboriginal Co-operative)

Dandenong

(Dandenong and Districts Aboriginal Co-operative Limited)

Echuca

(Njernda Aboriginal Corporation)

Geelong

(Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative)

Hallam

(Dandenong and Districts Aboriginal Co-operative Limited)

Hamilton

(Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation)

Heywood

(Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation)

Horsham

(Goolum Goolum Aboriginal Co-operative)

Kerang

(Mallee District Aboriginal Services)

Mildura

(Mallee District Aboriginal Services)

Mooroopna

(Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative)

Morwell

(Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation)

Portland

(Dhauwurd-Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service)

Robinvale

(Murray Valley Aboriginal Cooperative)

Sale

(Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation)

Seymour

(Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative)

Shepparton

(Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative)

Swan Hill

(Mallee District Aboriginal Services)

Wangaratta

(Mungabareena Aboriginal Corporation)

Warrnambool

(Gunditjmara Aboriginal Cooperative)

Wodonga

(Mungabareena Aboriginal Corporation)

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Start Something Deadly is an initiative of the Victorian Aboriginal Children and Young People’s Alliance with member Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

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