On 13 September 2024, the ACT Government assumed a caretaker role, with an election to be held 19 October 2024. Information on this website will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions until after the election and conclusion of the caretaker period. Assistant DirectorFull-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency Details: The Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Office (the Office) is seeking an Assistant Director (Senior Office Grade C level) to support its work to prevent and respond to domestic, family and sexual violence. The Office has a whole of government remit to lead and improve an informed, capable and connected response to address domestic, family and sexual violence in the ACT. We are looking for a candidate with a keen sense of social justice, a passion for improving the lives of victims/survivors of domestic, family and sexual violence, and an ability to deliver quality work in tight timeframes. To be successful in this role you will be a good team player; self-motivated, able to lead others; and a flexible thinker. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Tertiary qualifications, or significant study towards qualifications, in human services/government/law/public policy are highly desirable. As the successful candidate will work with or are likely to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and young people, cultural awareness, and capacity to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is highly desirable for this position. Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for up to 12 months with possibility of permanency. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. How to Apply: Please submit a statement of no more than two pages that demonstrates how your experience and skills will enable you to perform the advertised role and why you are the best person for the role. The statement should: Show that you have the capabilities in the "What You Require" section of the Position Description, including Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, and Behavioural Capabilities. Demonstrate your capacity to perform the duties and responsibilities detailed in "What You Will Do" at the specified classification, including examples of how you have done this in the past. Please also provide a current curriculum vitae and the details of two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr