• Exciting and engaging role contributing to community justice 
• Committed and supportive team environment 
• Full time, Fixed term position, VPS Grade 4 role based in Collingwood 

About us

The Neighbourhood Justice Centre (NJC) is Australia's first community justice centre.  Key aspects of the NJC approach include early intervention, appropriate dispute resolution, local problem solving and one stop integrated service delivery with a focus on addressing the underlying causes of offending.  Strong community involvement, engagement and partnerships, which deliver real and practical results for the community, are fundamental to the NJC approach.

The NJC is part of the Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV), a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria statutory authority. It has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state.

The Magistrates' Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 venues, equating to approximately 90 per cent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year.  The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.

About the role

The Policy and Projects Advisor is part of the Program Innovation Team, which is responsible for justice innovations, community crime prevention, strategic planning, evaluation, and education and public programs.

The Policy & Projects Advisor coordinates innovative projects under direction, provides policy advice, conducts research and contributes to the development of the NJC model. This includes identifying opportunities for innovation and designing and developing new programs.

The ideal candidate will have experience in innovation and the development of new programs, along with knowledge of the Victorian justice system.

For further information on this position and to submit your application, click Apply Now.

CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.

A position description and candidate application form are attached.