Workforce Development Lead

The Victorian Alcohol & Drug Association Inc. (VAADA) is seeking a Workforce Development Lead to manage the delivery of workforce development activities that support practice capability for professionals employed in the Victorian AOD sector.

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.

This role is responsible for procuring professional development training, developing a range of sector training solutions, while also delivering workforce forums, seminars, training programs and other professional development activities. The Workforce Development Lead contributes to policy submissions, manages training partner relationships and is responsible for managing workforce contracts.

The role is well suited to a learning and development expert who is passionate about the capability and strength of the Victorian AOD workforce.

This is a full-time (negotiable) ongoing position 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 10 March 2026.

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

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

The right to work in Australia is essential.

• Expertise in the area of workforce learning and development.
• Proven project management experience with excellent organisational and planning skills, including managing time, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in providing professional leadership, coordination or practice guidance across a workforce or network.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including writing for a range of audiences to influence change.
• Demonstrated ability to build successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to VAADA’s vision, purpose and principles.