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Our team is making a real difference in the lives of people with disability.
People who work at People with Disability Australia (PWDA) are passionate about disability rights, equality for all and making the world a better place for people with disability.
The PWDA team is made up of a diverse range of talented and driven professionals employed in meaningful work that challenges, inspires and makes a real difference in many people’s lives.
PWDA is a proud employer of people with disability, and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply for these positions. We are an EEO employer, and we embrace the diversity of our people, such as diversity in disability, race, cultural background, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or intersex status.
PWDA Employee Values Statement
Our values represent who we are and how we will drive change, together.
At PWDA, our employee values were developed by our staff to guide how we work, collaborate and serve our community.
Our Four Employee Values:
- Community focused – We take pride in delivering high-quality service to our customers, colleagues, clients, members and the broader disability community.
- Work as a team – We work together as a team. We are empowered, accountable and respectful of each other.
- Act with integrity – We are responsible for our own actions and do what is right.
- Champion inclusion – We contribute to a workplace where all people feel respected, valued and able to contribute.
At PWDA, we live these values every day and we recognise and celebrate others who do the same.
Current vacancies
Policy Officer
Full time| 12-month fixed term | Surry Hills, NSW
PWDA’s systemic advocacy team aims to influence positive change across legislative and systemic issues that affect the lives of people with disability. As Policy Officer you will provide analysis, development and advice across a range of social policy and advocacy areas in NSW, nationally and internationally. Knowledge of policy frameworks such as Australia’s Disability Strategy, the National Disability Insurance Scheme and the broader disability supports system is essential. Learn more and apply.
Applications close 5 October 2026
If you require any workplace adjustments at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to collaborate with you on this.
Contact: people@pwd.org.au
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