Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
Prosecution Officer (Administrative) Level 6 (Clerk Grade 9/10)
Ongoing position, convenient Sydney CBD location
$149,619 including salary ($120,859 - $133,183), employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Join an organisation that is committed to being a culturally aware workplace that recruits, promotes and provides support for all First Nations staff.
About us:
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is the independent prosecuting authority of New South Wales (NSW) and is responsible for the prosecution of all serious offences committed against the laws of the State on behalf of the people of NSW. Our vision is to be a dynamic prosecution service recognised for its excellence and leadership.
The Office aims to be an ally to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and continue to take active steps towards Closing the Gap and Reconciliation. We are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and offer a culturally safe workplace that is respectful and provides a supportive career path.
About the role:
Opportunities like this are rare. As the First Nations Project Officer you will provide project management, co- ordination and support for the development and implementation of culturally informed projects, initiatives and strategies relating to First Nations employment within the ODPP. This is both a strategic and hands-on role in which you can drive outcomes, demonstrate initiative, and bring your ideas to the table!
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead and/or support the implementation of a range of First Nations employment initiatives, projects, and strategies to respond to future challenges and ensure legislative and regulatory compliance and standards.
- Review/develop/enhance ODPP policies, guidelines and procedures in collaboration with other ODPP business areas including Human Resources to ensure best practice recommendations in relation to the employment of First Nations staff and ensure that the ODPP is a culturally safe place to work.
- Provide strategic and specialist advice to the Executive on key issues effecting First Nations people in the workplace.
- Provide a range of project management and support services, including preparation of reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining project documentation and implementing and monitoring project plans to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time, on budget and to quality standards.
- Provide administrative support and secretariat function to the First Nations Advisory Group.
- Promote awareness and education around First Nations issues including arranging and promoting important First Nations events and assisting with the First Nations Mentoring program.
- Communicate with key internal and external stakeholders and coordinate working groups, committees, and consultations to facilitate exchange of information and regularly check in with individual First Nations staff.
About you:
- Identify as; and be accepted in your local community as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.
- Degree, tertiary education or previous experience in a relevant area (e.g. Project management, diversity and inclusion, human resources).
- Have experience working within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
- Have an understanding of diverse cultural needs of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and how this may relate to victims in a legal/ criminal justice setting.
Interviews
The interview process will include capability-based assessments which may require your time or attendance on more than one day.
How to Apply
Please read the Role Description and address the key accountabilities and focus capabilities when preparing your resume [maximum three pages] and cover letter [maximum two pages].
- Applicants must submit a cover letter [maximum three pages] that highlights how their skills and experience address the "About You" success profile above.
- Applicants must also submit an updated copy of their resume [maximum four pages] with relevant skills and experience and how these relate to the capabilities of the role.
Please apply via jobs.odpp.nsw.gov.au, reference number 1009
Applicants for this position must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, identify as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Please note, that when completing the online application form, you will be asked to provide the contact details of two relevant referees (who can speak from a Supervisory perspective), and consent to a Criminal History Record Check.
Closing date: Thursday 21 March 2024 (11:59pm)
A talent pool will be created to fill ongoing and temporary vacancies across all ODPP offices which may arise over the next 18 months.
Further Information:
Enquiries: Nigel Richardson - Director Human Resources - 02 9285 2549
For general enquiries or if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you during the recruitment process please contact Bianca Burgess, Recruitment Business Partner on (02) 8268 2693 or recruit@odpp.nsw.gov.au. If you experience technical difficulties when submitting your application, please email recruit@odpp.nsw.gov.au and someone will respond to you during business hours.
The Office welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability and provides an environment that values diversity and supports all staff to reach their full potential. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in the selection process and join the ODPP team, please indicate this in your application.
