Training Facilitator

The Victorian Alcohol & Drug Association Inc. (VAADA) is seeking a Training Facilitator to support and co-facilitate VAADA’s Leadership Accelerator Program.

VAADA is a Health Promotion Charity, whose goal is to promote the reduction of alcohol and drug (AOD) related harms in the Victorian community. We are a member driven peak body representing AOD treatment services, harm reduction organisations and services committed to VAADA’s purpose of providing leadership, education and mutual support in the field of AOD dependence. This includes through policy, program development and public discussion.

Our vision is a Victorian community in which the harms associated with AOD use are reduced and wellbeing is promoted.

Building on the successful 2025 pilot, VAADA will deliver two Leadership Accelerator Programs in 2026, each supporting up to 25 emerging leaders from the Victorian AOD sector. The Program includes six full-day facilitated sessions, three Communities of Practice, and two Managers Information Sessions, delivered through a mix of in-person and online formats.

The role is well suited to an experienced AOD leader who enjoys facilitating group learning, sharing practice wisdom, and supporting others to grow into leadership roles.

This is a casual fixed term position (approximately 100 hours until the end of 2026), paid at Level 6 of the SCHADS Award.

To apply, please send your resume and a short cover letter addressing the key selection criteria to hr@vaada.org.au. Applications close on the 6 February 2026.

For further information about the role please contact Scott Drummond, Head of Policy & Practice on 0400 722 859.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here.

People with lived and living experience of the AOD system are strongly encouraged to apply.

The right to work in Australia is essential.

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience in AOD management & leadership, including leading teams
• Experience facilitating training, group learning or reflective practice sessions
• Strong group facilitation and communication skills
• Sound understanding of leadership principles and practice
• Current Working with Children Check & National Police Check

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualification in management, public policy, health or equivalent
• Recognised training qualification
• Lived and living experience of the alcohol and other drug system