• Be responsible for the development and design of the programmatic components of the Phase 5 of the Victorian Aboriginal Justice Agreement.
• Fixed, Full-Time opportunity (12 months).
• VPS Grade 5: $113,022 - $136,747 plus superannuation.
  The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Senior Program Officer, Aboriginal Justice Agreement Phase 5 to provide a critical role within the Koori Justice Unit.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A relevant tertiary qualification in law, public policy, Aboriginal affairs or similar is desired.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, you will work within a small team to provide policy advice, analysis and initiatives to develop the AJA5. Work is driven by close engagement with the Aboriginal Justice Caucus and Forum, ensuring community voice is at the heart of KJU’s work.

THIS IS A PRIORITISED ROLE FOR ABORIGINAL AND/OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLES, WHO WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY CONSIDERATION AS PER THE SPECIAL MEASURES PROVISION OF THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT 2010.

Some of your duties will include:

• Lead the design of AJA5 programmatic components by applying program design expertise and experience to ensure initiatives are evidence-based, culturally responsive, and aligned with Aboriginal community priorities.
• Review existing programs and initiatives under the AJA4, to assess performance, alignment with existing policy settings and objectives, to inform future programs and initiatives for consideration in the development of AJA5.
• Draft and coordinate the AJA-related budget bid in collaboration with other key stakeholders aligned with AJA priorities and objectives.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture and society and understanding of historical and contemporary issues relating to Aboriginal Victorians.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and work effectively with the Victorian Aboriginal community.
• Demonstrated experience in advocacy and delivering project related functions through community consultation and targeted engagement