Applications are now open for the National Children's Commissioner role.
The National Children's Commissioner leads the Commission's work about the rights of children. This work includes:
- promoting understanding and acceptance of, and compliance with, the Convention on the Rights of the Child
- promoting discussion and awareness of issues affecting children
- undertaking research and education projects promoting children's rights
- monitoring Commonwealth legislation and policy for compliance with the rights of children
- consulting with children, representative organisations, and stakeholders as appropriate.
Applications close on Friday 14 March 2025.
Shortlisting and interviews will begin once advertising is complete. The new Commissioner is expected to start in November 2025.
