At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we're looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we'd love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children's rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. 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. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We're proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it? Department: Department of Justice and Community Safety Contact: Joe Youssef on 0429 147 300 ****** Utilise your expertise to provide support and advice to key stakeholders. Fixed, Full-Time Opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service This is an Aboriginal Prioritised position, a role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. About the Business Unit The Aboriginal Justice Group of the Department of Justice and Community Safety (DJCS)is committed to driving systemic change in the justice system, to deliver better outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians.The group worksin partnership with Victorian Aboriginal communities and is guided by principles of Aboriginal self-determination. The Stolen Generations Reparations Unit (SGRU) sits within the Aboriginal Justice Group and was established in January 2022 to deliver the Stolen Generations Reparations Package (Package) in Victoria. The team is committed to delivering a reparations process that is fully supported, accessible, transparent and trauma informed. About the Role Reporting to the Director, SGRU, the Manager, Research and Assessment is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver the Package's research and assessment functions. This includes developing and implementing processes required to assess applications against the Package's eligibility criteria, including researching historical records held by government and non-government organisations. This role will also work closely with the Director and Chair of the Independent Assessment Panel (Panel) to ensure that decisions regarding eligibility are made efficiently. The Manager, Research and Assessment will require leadership experience, the ability to conduct high-quality research preferably in the context of redress and reparations, the ability to build the research capabilities of others, sound judgement, and the ability to provide considered and high-quality advice on matters related to the assessment of applications for the Package. Additionally, the role will require the ability to build and maintain high-quality relationships with record holding agencies at the State and Commonwealth-levels, as well as with non-government organisations. The role operates within a complex and dynamic environment that requires a working understanding of cultural safety, may involve direct contact with applicants, the capacity to work with empathy and care with staff who directly support applicants with lived experience of trauma, and the willingness to adapt and respond to program needs that may sit across other functions within the SGRU. Core to being successful in this role will be your ability to deliver on the abovementioned responsibilities with care and empathy. Some of your duties will include: Lead a multi-disciplinary research and assessment team to ensure delivery of high quality, consistent and timely assessment outcomes in accordance with the Package's objectives. Provide advice, direction and mentoring to staff undertaking research and assessment work to ensure the delivery of research and assessment functions, as well as the development of staff. 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 facing Stolen Generations and Aboriginal Victorians. Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with members of the Victorian Aboriginal Community. Qualifications A relevant qualification from a recognised tertiary institution or professional experience undertaking historical research is desired. Experience working in redress schemes, social policy, legal policy and/or senior leadership roles will be well-regarded. Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Employment Team throughout the recruitment process. Aboriginal candidates are encouraged to contact ****** if they would like cultural support and guidance through the application process.' 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 national police checks 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. FOR INTERNAL VPS EMPLOYEES: For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. For all VPS employees, due to the new Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) policy, please apply through the JSE to be eligible to be considered for this position in the first round. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
