Women’s Independent Sexual Violence Advocate

About the organisation

For nearly 50 years, nia has provided high quality, women-led services across North and East London. nia has three main aims: to provide services for women, children and young people who have experienced male violence, working to end men’s violence against women and girls, and to inform and influence policy and public awareness.

nia’s values, and our commitment to upholding them, set us apart. We put women first – always and without hesitation: we believe women, we are run by women, for women. We leave no woman behind: we challenge inequality and discrimination and believe that uniting women of all backgrounds is essential to ending the sex-based oppression of women.

About the role

The Women’s ISVA provides proactive support and advocacy to women who are survivors of sexual violence, and who are engaging with the criminal justice system. You will work as part of a growing feminist Rape Crisis service that is developing to meet the needs of women and girls. This post requires travel across London, and a hybrid model of home, outreach and office working.

About You

We are looking for a highly organised and self-motivated woman who is passionate about ending violence against women and girls. You will have a ‘can-do’ approach and demonstratable commitment to nia’s feminist approach to supporting women and girls. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minoritised women.

Hours:                   35hrs/week (including 1 evening a week and occasional Saturday mornings)

Salary:                   £29,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience and qualifications

Closing Date:       10 am, 16th November 2026

Interview date:      25th November 2026

CV’s will not be accepted

The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies.