Program Coordinator, Clerk 9/10 Aboriginal Student And Graduate Experience Office Of The Deputy Sec

Program Coordinator, Clerk 9/10

Aboriginal Student and Graduate Experience

Office of the Deputy Secretary

• Temporary - Full-Time (3 years, up to July 2025)
• Based in Parramatta – flexible working arrangements in place. We encourage regional and rural candidates to apply.
• Clerk Grade 9/10, Salary ($113,343 - $124,901 pa), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

This position is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only.

This is an Identified role; its primary purpose is to provide services for the benefit of DCJ’s Aboriginal workforce through Law Reform and Legal Services aligned to the DCJ Aboriginal Employment

Your role

Law Reform and Legal Services (‘LRLS’) provides a broad range of services and support as we are the principal source of advice for the Attorney General to execute their duties as first law officer of the state, our Stronger Communities Cluster Ministers and DCJ on legal matters and law reform. Our clients also include the legal profession, the legal assistance sector, Cluster agencies; and vulnerable groups, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; and culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

The Office of the Deputy Secretary is a small team that provides essential administrative and strategic support to the Deputy Secretary, including the provision of strategic advice, managing projects and implementing strategies to support the achievement of the Department’s strategic and operational objectives.

The Program Coordinator role has been created in support of the LRLS Division’s commitment to Aboriginal Employment. This is a great opportunity to be at the forefront of an innovative program. A program aimed at supporting and mentoring Aboriginal law students and graduates

We’re committed to providing a flexible and inclusive working environment for our diverse workforce and supporting our people to deliver value for the community.

At DCJ, we are committed to improving employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and to building a workforce that better reflects the perspectives of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities we serve.

What you’ll do

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the design and implementation of the LRLS Aboriginal Employment Program; and will provide a range of operational, project management and advisory services in support of this program.

This may include conducting research and identifying project deliverables for the implementation of the program to ensure Aboriginal law students and graduates are well supported; as well as ensure the promotion of cultural learning and development within the LRLS Division.

In this role you will be required to:

• Implement and oversee the program design, including the establishment of the LRLS Aboriginal Employment Program.
• Providing extensive support and mentorship to the Aboriginal law students and graduates participating in the program.
• Develop and promote cultural learnings and development for the LRLS Division.
• Develop an effective network of internal and external stakeholders to support and facilitate effective project management and implementation, including knowledge and understanding of machinery of government and operations of the Department.
• Brief the Deputy Secretary and Senior Leadership Group on successes, risks and lessons learned throughout the program.
• Update and maintain documentation and records as to policies and practices to ensure project deliverables are met, and any concerns are escalated to the appropriate Senior Managers and Executives.
• Negotiate tasks and deadlines with various stakeholders to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.
• You will be supported to deliver by the Deputy Secretary, and by strong corporate support from DCJ’s Aboriginal Employment Strategy Team and DCJ networks.

What we’re looking for

You have experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, communities and employees in delivering results that value Aboriginal voice and reciprocal approaches to positive outcomes.

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will have proven practical experience and expertise in designing and implementing priorities and project goals and getting things done.

You will have an incredible knack of building and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

You possess strong attention to detail as well as excellent communication skills with the ability to work individually and collaboratively.

You are a person with high levels of integrity and professionalism, sound judgement, discretion and initiative.

You don’t need experience in the legal sector or with lawyers, and you don’t need to come from a HR background.

• This role is open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
• The Department considers that being an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this role in accordance with Sections 14 and 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and under Clause 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014.
• Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate discipline or demonstrated experience and knowledge in project management and/or human resource management.

Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:

• National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
• Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012

Note: In accordance with Clause 26 of the NSW Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 and in accordance with Sections 14 and 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 the Department of Communities and Justice considers that being of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and preference will be given to candidates who meet the pre-established standards:

• Documented verification of Aboriginality.

The Department will accept proof of Aboriginality confirming the following:

It is an essential requirement of the role that successful applicants are fully vaccinated and able to provide acceptable proof of vaccination status.

Download the role description.

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.

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

Applications close Friday 30 September 2022 (11:59pm AEST).

Got a question?

If you’ve got a question about applying or require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please, contact Paola Pina via email Paola.Pina@justice.nsw.gov.au

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Amanda Dewsnap at amanda.dewsnap@justice.nsw.gov.au

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 careers site.

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.

Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic some interviews and assessments may be performed using alternative methods. For more information visit Our Process.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.