Assistant Project Officer - Aboriginal Outcomes

Assistant Project Officer - Aboriginal Outcomes, Court Services - CT&SD
Location - Sydney CBD with access to hybrid working arrangements
Ongoing - Full Time
Clerk Grade 5/6 - Salary $93,295 - $102,941 pa, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
The Department of Communities and Justice acknowledges lived experience and how it contributes to the valuable work we do with the community.
We strongly encourage and support applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons.
While all applications are welcome, once we have determined through merit-based assessment which candidates meet the pre-established standards of the role, we will select the candidate who is also an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander person.
What you'll do
The Assistant Project Officer supports the Manager Aboriginal Outcomes to successfully deliver on the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) Aboriginal outcomes strategy and other DCJ business objectives targeting Aboriginal people, communities and businesses.
The role undertakes a range of research, analysis, reporting, implementation and administrative activities to support the development and delivery of complex Aboriginal Outcomes projects, in line with established project plans and objectives.
What we're looking for

• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with the Aboriginal community and key stakeholders to successfully deliver projects
• Experience providing project and operational support, monitoring and reporting on project plans milestones and deliverables
• The capacity to undertake basic research and analysis to contribute to the preparation of project briefs
• Experience providing a range of secretariat and administrative services including coordinating committee meetings and preparing papers
• The capacity to manage your workload, prioritise and meet tight deadlines with competing demands and priorities

Key knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated cultural capability, knowledge and understanding of contemporary social issues affecting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, including skills in identifying and/or responding to the diverse needs of Aboriginal people experiencing significant trauma and disadvantage

Essential requirements

• Strong communication skills. Able to liaise effectively with members of the judiciary, self-represented accused persons and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient running of the court.

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We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply - you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.
Apply now and join where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
1. In this role you will be liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Please provide an example of when you had to inform stakeholders about the progress of a project plan, what was the project, how did you go about informing them and what information did you share. How did you decide how much information to share?
2. A key focus of this role is to coordinate the Aboriginal Employees network and ensure a culturally safe space for staff to connect. Please outline your experience in strengthening cultural awareness in the workplace.
Applications close - 11.59pm (AEDST) - Wednesday, 14 February 2024
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, it is encouraged to contact the hiring manager Kim White, Manager Aboriginal Outcomes -
or 0458 567 300
If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Natalie on 8688 7244 or via
Visit on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.