About ACON

Working at ACON

Appointments to positions with ACON are on the basis of merit. This means that in every case the applicant who is judged to be the most capable of carrying out the duties of the position will be offered the job. The decision to appoint is based on the applicants written application, performance at interview, referees check and a criminal record check. If you are interested in working for ACON please see our list of current vacancies below.

Find out more

Download: ACON Enterprise Agreement

Download: ACON Employment Application Form

Student placements

We endeavour to provide students in relevant disciplines the opportunity to gain experience through placements in some of ACON’s programs and services. We accept a limited number of placements and have previously placed students from the fields of:

Social work
Psychology
Counselling
Welfare
Health Promotion
Community Development
Youth Work
Policy
Alcohol & Other Drugs

If you're interested in a placement at ACON, please contact us providing details of the placement required, which specific area of ACON you are interested in and the period you are available to fulfil your placement requirements.

Current vacancies

Outreach Officer (Chinese/English), SWOP
Personal Assistant to Director, Pride in DIversity
Workplace Trainer, Workplace Education & Services, Pride in DIversity

For all the details, download the relevant job pack or contact us on 02 9206 2012.

All applications must include a completed application form (from job pack), a document addressing the Selection Criteria (from job pack) and a copy of your resume.

ACON is an EEO employer and encourages people with HIV to apply.

*LGBTI = lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex

Outreach Officer (Chinese/English), SWOP

Are you are a bi-lingual person looking for an opportunity to further develop your skills with a respected community organisation?

SWOP is seeking a highly motivated person to join our dedicated and innovative team who provide outreach to multicultural sex workers in NSW. We are looking for someone who has English and Mandarin oral and written communication skills, has a broad knowledge of the NSW sex industry, HIV/AIDS, Hep C and sexual health issues for multicultural sex workers. Previous experience in and or knowledge of the NSW sex industry is essential, as is a NSW drivers licence and some outdoor and evening work. All information provided by applicants is kept confidential and only viewed by the interview panel. This is a 12 month contract for a part time position, three days per week (21 hours/week) and it’s based in Surry Hills.

Applications for this position close 5pm Friday 5 July, 2013.

For all the details, download a job pack by clicking here or contact SWOP reception after 10am Monday – Friday on 02 9206 2166.

SWOP is a project of ACON, promoting the health, safety and well being of NSW sex workers while affirming their occupational and human rights.

Personal Assistant to Director, Pride in Diversity

Would you like to work in one of the fastest growing areas of workplace diversity?
Do you have an interest or experience in workplace inclusion initiatives?

We're looking for an experienced, motivated and highly efficient personal assistant to work alongside our Pride in Diversity Director as a contributing member of our small, fast-paced team. This position has the potential to expand in scope and brings with it lots of variety including assisting with our annual conference, awards luncheon, key employer events, and working with senior leaders from a variety of organisations.

You'll undertake a range of administrative tasks while learning new skills and, as a valued member of our team, will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of LGBTI workplace initiatives across Australia. Effective organisation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to hit the ground running along with excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

This is a full-time position 5 days (35 hours) a week and is based in Surry Hills. Applicants must be comfortable working in an LGBT community organisation.

Applications close 5pm Monday 24 June 2013.

To apply, download: Personal Assistant to Director, Pride in Diversity jobpack (93 KB)

Pride in Diversity is Australia's first and only national not-for-profit employer support program specifically designed to assist HR/Diversity Executives, LGBT Employee Network Leads and organisational leadership with all aspects of LGBT workplace inclusion.

Workplace Trainer, Workplace Education & Services, Pride in Diversity

Want to start a career in Workplace Diversity today?
Do you have experience in providing workplace training along with high attention to detail and superior organisational skills?
Would you like to work in a small, dynamic, fast-paced team of passionate individuals?

We're looking for an experienced trainer with a corporate background who's keen to move into Workplace Diversity as a contributing member of our small, fast-paced team. This position will work closely with the Pride in Diversity Director and Manager, Workplace Education and Services to deliver training programs, assist in the deliverables of the Workplace Education and Services Unit and provide day-to-day team/project support. This position will also be responsible for high levels of engagement and relationship development with Pride in Diversity members.

Effective organisation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to hit the ground running along with excellent presentation, written, verbal and communication skills are essential.

This is a full time position (35 Hours/week) and based in Surry Hills. The ideal candidate must be able to travel nationally occasionally and participate in the occasional evening event. Applicants must be comfortable working in an LGBT community organisation.

Applications close 5pm Monday 8 July 2013.

To apply, download: Workplace Trainer, Workplace Education & Servies, Pride in Diversity jobpack (PDF 128 KB)