Jobs at WGEA

The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) is a small, unique agency with a big agenda. If you would like to work with us, please visit this page regularly for current employment opportunities. We will list available jobs on this page when applications are open.  

Before applying for a role, check that you meet the eligibility criteria and possess the key skills and capabilities set out in the Application Package.

At WGEA, we understand what working flexibly means. We pride ourselves on being a respectful, diverse, and inclusive community. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all genders, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature-age people.

You can tell us in your application or when called in for interview if you need any adjustments to help you participate equally in the selection process.

For more information on employment conditions, you can view the Agency’s current Enterprise Agreement on this page.

Current vacancies

Executive Manager Opportunities (Executive Level 2) - 3 Positions Available

Executive Manager Opportunities (Executive Level 2) - 3 Positions Available

  • Communications & Campaigns Executive Manager
  • Data & Analytics Executive Manager
  • Operations Executive Manager

Why These Roles Matter

Our Executive Managers are instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the Agency, driving initiatives that accelerate progress toward gender equality in Australian workplaces. These roles offer the opportunity to lead impactful work at a national level.

We’re seeking leaders who can:

  • Inspire and lead high performing, engaged teams.
  • Bring deep expertise to deliver on our strategic priorities.
  • Collaborate as part of a unified Executive team to advance Agency-wide initiatives.

To learn more about each role and the application process, please refer to the Application Packages.

What We Offer

  • Employment Type: Full-time - ongoing or non-ongoing opportunities available
  • Workplace Culture: Purpose-driven, results-focused, and innovation-oriented
  • Flexibility: Supportive of flexible work arrangements to help you thrive
  • Remuneration: Competitive salary packages with 15.4% superannuation and additional benefits
  • Inclusive Environment: A leadership team committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Applications close: Midnight, Sunday 13 July 2025 (ensure you read the how to apply in the Application Package prior to submitting your application).

 

Senior Adviser, Insights & Capability x2

Senior Adviser, Insights & Capability – x2 

APS6

Ongoing 

Why this role matters

As a Senior Adviser, you will use your creativity and subject matter expertise to accelerate the rate of change on workplace gender equality. You will draw on the latest evidence, research, and policy to develop effective insights and interventions that support employers in understanding and taking action on gender equality in their workplaces

You are someone who can: 

  • Research and synthesise information relevant to workplace gender equality, distilling insights into digestible and compelling reports and papers.
  • Identify themes, insights, and effective interventions and practices emerging from WGEA’s gender equality reporting data.
  • Support policy implementation and research and provide subject matter expertise on workplace gender equality.
  • Contribute to live learning events, facilitate sessions, and create content, to build employer capability. 

What’s on offer? 

  • An ongoing role (full-time, part-time, and/or job share)
  • Flexible working arrangements available
  • Located in modern CBD offices (Kent Street Sydney) along with the possibility of hybrid working
  • A culture that is committed to achieving results and that values innovation
  • An attractive salary package, including generous superannuation and a range of other benefits.

 Job applications closes Monday, 14th July 2025 at 5:00pm   

To find out more about the role and how to apply please refer to the Application Package.

Salesforce Administrator

Salesforce Administrator 

APS6

Non-ongoing – 12 month contract 

Why this role matters

The Salesforce Administrator will undertake all day-to-day administration responsibilities of the Agency’s Salesforce platform. The Salesforce Administrator, working closely with the Technology Platform Manager and Business Analyst, serves as proxy for the customer - both internal and external for the functions and operations of the Agency’s Salesforce CRM and Reporting portal.   

You are someone who can: 

Core Salesforce Administration Functions 

  • Manage user accounts, licenses, data storage, server certificates and system keys.
  • Conduct initial investigations, manage and resolve technical issues and system problems in a timely manner.
  • Execute regular system performance and resource consumption monitoring.
  • Oversee the creation, configuration and activation of programs.
  • Maintain and ensure secure data storage management. 

Program Support 

  • Design and generate reports and dashboards to support internal teams and external reporting requirements.
  • Provide ongoing support for the Agency’s Reporting Portal and ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
  • Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to the planning, testing, and delivery of product enhancements.
  • Develop and update process documentation as required. 

Communication and Collaboration 

  • Serve as a technical champion for the platform, advocating for best practices and innovative solutions.
  • Promote internal adoption of Salesforce solutions and contribute to the continuous improvement of digital capabilities.
  • Engage in effective communication with teams across the agency and external contractors to facilitate successful collaboration on cross-functional projects.
  • Build team capability by mentoring and coaching colleagues, sharing expertise, and supporting professional development. 

We are seeking an individual with the following minimum requirements and experience 

Essential:  

  • At least two (2) years of experience in the administration of Salesforce (including a sound understanding of Salesforce Public Sector Services, Customer Community Business Rules Engine and Account Engagement, together with MuleSoft, Tableau and Alteryx).
  • Prior experience with management of ongoing enhancement of CRM, Customer Portals and marketing automation tools, ideally Salesforce.
  • A sound understanding of agile processes and ceremonies, including prior experience working with agile delivery practises using scrum.
  • Hold current Salesforce Certified Administrator or Advanced Administrator credentials.
  • Experience in contributing to IT projects and a good understanding of relational database model topics, APIs, logical operators, etc.
  • An ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work. This includes taking a proactive approach and personal responsibility for accurate and timely completion of work.
  • Ability to demonstrate a principled approach to the APS Values and Code of Conduct, acting professionally at all times.
  • Baseline Security clearance or the ability to obtain clearance (this includes being an Australian Citizen).  

To find out more about the role and how to apply please refer to the Application Package.


 Job applications close Wednesday 9th July 2025 at 10:00am  

Technology Solutions Lead (Salesforce)

Technology Solutions Lead (Salesforce) 

EL1
Non-ongoing 12 month contract 

Why this role matters

Reporting to the Technology Executive Manager, the Technology Solutions Lead (Salesforce) will work closely with the team’s Business Analyst to translate business needs into technically robust, scalable Salesforce solutions. This role will apply best practices to ensure an optimal user experience while acting as a trusted adviser. The Technology Solutions Lead will drive solution design, lead implementation projects, and collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver value-driven, optimised outcomes on the Salesforce platform.  

You are someone who can: 

Working closely with other key team members, and taking project direction from the Technology Executive Manager, this role will be responsible for: 


Technical Direction 

  • Providing technical leadership and guidance to internal and external development teams.
  • Contributing to the development of technical strategies, architectures, and scalable solutions.
  • Ensuring adherence to coding standards, architectural best practices, and governance frameworks.
  • Identifying and mitigating technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Designing and overseeing integrations between Salesforce and other enterprise systems (EG Alteryx, Azure Data Warehouse).
  • Ensuring APIs and middleware solutions are secure, scalable, and maintainable.
  • Ensuring compliance with organisational policies, industry regulations, and data protection standards.
  • Staying current with Salesforce platform updates and industry trends to drive innovation. 

Solution Design and Delivery 

  • Translate business requirements into scalable, sustainable Salesforce solutions.
  • Design and implement data models that align with business needs and Salesforce best practices.
  • Configure Salesforce features including security models, declarative automation, and user experience enhancements.
  • Manage the deployment of Salesforce solutions, ensuring alignment with specifications and business goals.
  • Produce and maintain high-quality documentation for architecture, configurations, and customisations. 

Stakeholder Engagement and Team Collaboration 

  • Serve as a technical champion for the platform, advocating for best practices and innovative solutions.
  • Promote internal adoption of Salesforce solutions and contribute to the continuous improvement of digital capabilities.
  • Engage with business stakeholders, including executives, to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with vendors and implementation partners to ensure architectural alignment and project success.
  • Build team capability by mentoring and coaching colleagues, sharing expertise, and supporting professional development. 

We are seeking an individual with the following minimum requirements and experience 

Essential: 

  • At least three (3) years of experience as a Solution Architect end-to-end across Salesforce technology stacks (including a sound understanding of Salesforce Service Cloud, Salesforce Community Cloud, Salesforce Public Sector Solutions, Omniscript, Customer Community Business Rules Engine and Account Engagement, together with MuleSoft, Tableau and Alteryx).
  • Prior experience working with technology systems and/or technical systems development in a federal government regulatory and/or advocacy environment.
  • Solutioning for large projects through the full software development life cycle, extensive experience using Atlassian Tools: developing documentation and managing collaboration with Confluence; development activities with Jira.
  • Ability to perform hands-on prototyping and proof of concepts for business to provide early feedback on proposed solutions.
  • An ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work. This includes taking a proactive approach and personal responsibility for accurate and timely completion of work.
  • Ability to demonstrate a principled approach to the APS Values and Code of Conduct, acting professionally at all times.
  • Baseline Security clearance or the ability to obtain clearance (this includes being an Australian Citizen).  

Desirable: 

  • Additional Salesforce certifications such as Platform App Builder, Service Cloud Consultant, Community Cloud Consultant, Account Engagement Consultant, etc. would be desirable and stand you in higher consideration but are not essential.
  • Experience with system security, privacy frameworks and privacy legislation/events is highly desirable

To find out more about the role and how to apply please refer to the Application Package.

 Job applications close Wednesday 9th July 2025 at 10:00am  

WGEA's Enterprise Agreement

Current Enterprise Agreement WGEA