Director, Koori Justice Unit

About this role

The Department of Justice and Community Safety (the department) is seeking a Director, Koori Justice Unit.

• Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of the Aboriginal Justice Agreement (AJA)
• Effective engagement with the Aboriginal Justice Caucus and other key Aboriginal stakeholders
• $225,000 - $290,600 Total Renumeration Package

This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

About the Role and Business Unit

The Koori Justice Unit (KJU) is a part of the Aboriginal Justice Group and is committed to driving systemic change in the justice system, to deliver better outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians. The Aboriginal Justice Group works in close partnership with Victorian Aboriginal communities and is guided by principles of Aboriginal self-determination.

This exciting and fast-paced position provides leadership and strategic oversight of the KJU with the aim to deliver on key initiatives in the Aboriginal Justice portfolio. The KJU is embarking on the development of Phase 5 of Aboriginal Justice Agreement, and the Director will provide critical leadership in the development of this long-term strategy.

Further to this, the Director will oversee administration of a community grants program worth around $40 million per annum, predominantly to Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations.

The Director plays a key role in delivering on the department's key strategic priorities including embedding Aboriginal self-determination and working in genuine partnership with Victorian Aboriginal communities to achieve a fair and accessible justice system for Aboriginal people.

Some of your duties will include:

• Provide high quality and effective engagement with the Aboriginal Justice Caucus and other key Aboriginal stakeholders that enables self-determination and improved justice outcomes.
• Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of the Aboriginal Justice Agreement, including monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of programs for Aboriginal Victorians.
• Oversee the management and co-ordination of the Aboriginal Justice Forum.
• Support the Executive Director and Aboriginal Justice Group executive team to oversee and deliver the Justice Minister's overarching legislative and policy reform agenda.
• Proactively build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders and develop innovative strategies to facilitate a partnership approach and critical linkages with interdependent business units within the department to ensure successful delivery of required outcomes.
• Promote positive relationships with other government agencies and stakeholders to identify options and develop innovative strategies for implementing the government's agenda.

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

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Excellent knowledge of Aboriginal culture and society and understanding of historical and contemporary issues relating to Aboriginal Victorians. 
• Strong knowledge of, and demonstrated experience, working with Victorian Aboriginal communities and advisory groups, including sophisticated and culturally aware stakeholder engagement
• A proven track record in senior management and leadership in matters of operational management, resource and financial management, quality management practices and corporate governance. 

Qualifications:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in law, Aboriginal affairs, public policy or similar is highly desirable

Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Employment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact aboriginalrecruitment@justice.vic.gov.au  if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.'

Please visit https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/careers/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-island-employment  for further information.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.