Director, Koori Employment and Cultural Strategy

About UsCourt Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdictions own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities.About the RoleThe Dhumba Murmuk Djerring Unit (DMDU) was established to support the development, implementation and evaluation of Koori programs and policies across the Victorian Courts Group. The Director, Koori Employment and Cultural Strategy sits within the Dhumba Murmuk Djerring Unit, and is responsible for providing advice on policy reform with a particular focus on self-determination in a courts context and will lead the development of a Cultural Competency Framework.The role of the Director Koori Employment and Cultural Strategy is to work across CSV and the jurisdictions, providing an informed, professional and efficient service on all aspects of human resources (HR) management and strategy for Koori employees, in line with CSV's Strategic Plan, Self-determination Plan and Koori Employment Policy. This includes partnering with managers and the Koori Leadership Group to identify HR priorities and recommend appropriate people management solutions in relation to organisational development, culture and change to deliver outcomes and manage issues.About YouSuccessful candidates will have experience in human resource management as it relates to First People, an in-depth understanding of cultural barriers and supporting a large Koori workforce, a solution focused outlook in the development and delivery of cultural competency programs to meet workplace needs, and the measurement and evaluation of the impact of such programs and experience in working at a senior level in a complex and dynamic governance environment.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, briefings, presentations and recommendations on broad and complex issues are essential to this role. Tertiary qualifications in human resources or relevant field are highly desirable, and successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their work with Aboriginal people and communities, including strong culturally informed stakeholder engagement.This is an Aboriginal Designated position in accordance with Court Services Victoria Designated Positions policy. This position is classified under ‘special measures', section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. To ensure that the intention of the recruitment process is maintained, a ‘Confirmation of Aboriginality' document is required from applicants.How to applyClick the ‘Apply Now' including:

• resume
• a short cover letter

Other informationCSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please get in touch with the Position Contact listed in the Position Description.Job detailsJob Reference: VG/JS0463C
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Fixed term - flexible
Job Function: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Classification: VPSG6
Salary Range: $130,673 - $174,869
Job Duration: until 12 May 2025
Date posted: 17-Jun-2024
Application Close Date: 30-Jun-2024
Attachments: (PDF, 243KB)Contact:Melissa HarrisonMelissa.harrison@courts.vic.gov.au