Work with us
Working for Tenants Victoria is an opportunity to help us make renting fair, secure and dignified for Victorians.
Consider a career at Tenants Victoria
Tenants Victoria is the state’s peak body for renters and the leading tenancy legal centre. Our focus is to help renters facing hardship and/or disadvantage. We work towards long-term change for the benefit of renters, while also advising individual renters on their rights.
Everyone at the organisation is driven by purpose and we are committed to making a real and measurable difference in the lives of Victorian renters.
Tenants Victoria is an inclusive employer and we strive to reflect the diversity of our community.
We welcome and encourage applications from skilled and compassionate people. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, sexually and gender diverse people and those of all ages.
Staff benefits
At Tenants Victoria you will be working for an organisation that believes in you, and believes you can make a difference, no matter your role. We can offer:
- Salary packaging — up to $15,900 in tax-free pay each year
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Additional goodwill leave benefits
- Flexible work hours where possible
- Employee Assistance Program — a free and confidential counselling service
Work rights
All candidates must have the right to work in Australia or New Zealand, as applicable. Australian applicants must undergo a Working with Children Check and Police Check.
Current opportunities
Manager, Sector Support and Capability
Lead a high-performing team to strengthen sector capability, drive an education strategy, and support renter advocacy amid the ongoing rental crisis.
This senior role is an opportunity to shape the future of renter support services, build strategic partnerships, and create meaningful change for Victorian renters.
Explore the full role details and apply.
Our staff roles are advertised on the Ethical Jobs website. Check current opportunities on our page on the website.
Volunteer placements
- Multiple volunteer positions available – 1-2 days a week
- Based in Melbourne’s CBD
About this role
Tenants Victoria assists renters living in private rental, public and community housing, and rooming houses and caravan park residents to maintain fair, secure, and dignified housing. We provide rental law information and advice , negotiation assistance, representation, and advocacy.
We offer volunteer opportunities suitable for anyone interested in contributing to our mission. These positions are available 1 to 2 days a week for a minimum of 6 months, up to 12 months with the opportunity for extension.
As a volunteer, you will provide high-quality support for renters, including casework support, drafting legal documents and letters, corresponding with clients, making referrals, preparing summaries, attending VCAT hearings, and more. In return, Tenants Victoria will provide you with real world training that allows you to apply your skills in a practical setting.
Our office is in Melbourne’s CBD, and we require all volunteers to work onsite during their placement.
About you
Whether you pursuing a law degree, completing practical legal training, or have a passion for community service, we welcome your application. This role is ideal for a driven, motivated self-starter who can work collaboratively, and autonomously, as needed. You should possess strong organising skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
Key to your success are your:
- Sound interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a range of people, including those experiencing hardship or disadvantage
- Ability to work autonomously when required, and to complete tasks efficiently, on time and with attention to detail
- Demonstrated capacity to balance multiple, and at times competing, priorities in a high-pressure environment
- Commitment to social justice, and an understanding of the legal issues faced by renters
- Ability to work collaboratively with others and to foster a co-operative and supportive team environment
- Strong skills in the use of Microsoft Office Software relevant to a legal practice (particularly MS Word, Excel and Outlook), and the capacity to quickly acquire competency in the use of our client database
Required qualifications and experience
- You must be willing to undertake a Police Check and a Working with Children Check prior to your placement with us
How to apply
Please submit your resume, and a covering letter of no more than 2 pages responding to the following:
- Why you have chosen to apply for this role
- How you satisfy the key selection criteria
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so please submit your application via email as soon as possible. Please direct applications and any queries via email to recruitment@tenantsvic.org.au.