Teach Us Job Summary

Job Title: Education & Research Officer
Location: Australia (Fully remote with hybrid options; preference for travel to Sydney or Melbourne)
Closing Date: July 3, 2026 at 17:00 (AEST)
Contract: 12-month fixed-term full-time, with potential extension
Organisation: Teach Us Consent Global Limited, ACNC registered harm prevention charity

Job Summary

Teach Us Consent Global is seeking an experienced Education & Research Officer to support the organisation’s efforts in eradicating youth-on-youth sexual violence through evidence-based programs, policy development, and research initiatives.

The role involves contributing to porn literacy, gender-based violence prevention, knowledge translation, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on building a robust evidence base and supporting impactful education and resource development.

Key Responsibilities

Education & Resource Development

Create and inform content across Teach Us Consent’s various platforms
Upskill the internal team with research insights

Content Support

Collaborate with communications and policy teams to develop research outputs such as presentations, policy briefs, and peer-reviewed papers

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Develop and implement DEI frameworks
Expand reach among priority populations and measure co-design impact

Monitoring & Evaluation

Support evaluation processes, develop key questions, and uphold ethical research standards
Contribute to the organisation’s M&E framework and research priorities

Research & Data Management

Produce tailored resources for youth and diverse populations
Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and manage research data in a culturally safe manner

Stakeholder Engagement

Expand and maintain a network of experts, researchers, and youth advisory groups
Organise academic and policy events and represent the organisation publicly

Grant Support

Assist with grant applications, concept notes, and donor proposals using relevant research and data

Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience

Knowledge of gender-based violence, porn literacy, online harassment, and related fields
1-2 years of experience in prevention of GBV, research, or related sectors
Experience in curriculum design, pedagogy, and research within education or professional settings

Strong research skills including literature reviews and data analysis
Proficiency in monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge product development
Excellent presentation and organizational skills

Highly Desirable

University qualification in Gender Studies, Education, Public Health, Social Work, Cybercrime, or related fields
Experience working with diverse populations including LGBTQIA+, CALD, rural, disabled, and Indigenous communities
Policy analysis experience
Engagement with youth with lived experiences

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: AUD 87,000 gross annually
Paid Leave: 20 days annual leave, 10 days personal/sick leave, 2 days wellbeing leave, unpaid leave options

Additional Benefits:
Sector-competitive pay with annual indexation
Fully remote and flexible working arrangements
Mental health allowance

Funded travel for conferences and team offsite
Career development opportunities including mentorship and training
Purpose-driven work impacting young people’s lives

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their CV (max 3 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages) addressed to Adam Hegedus, General Manager, Teach Us Consent Global, through the application link below.

APPLY HERE

In your cover letter, detail your experience, sector understanding, and motivation for applying.

Successful applicants will be contacted for online interviews via Microsoft Teams.

Background checks, including Working with Children, references, and police checks, are required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Teach Us Consent is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from Indigenous peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, neurodivergent, and disabled individuals.

Flexible work arrangements are supported. If accommodations are needed during the application process, please contact adam@teachusconsent.com.