• Attorney-General's Department, Adelaide
• Full Time Short Term Contract - up to 12 months
• $97,022 - $105,495 (ASO6/PO3)
• 2 Positions Available

About the Opportunity

The purpose of the Aboriginal WAO (AWAO) is to:

• Provide Aboriginal victims and witnesses with access to culturally appropriate case management support during their involvement with the prosecution process.
• Engage in ongoing dialogue and consultation with representatives of the Aboriginal community, Aboriginal service providers and SAPOL to ensure that culturally appropriate processes are implemented for ODPP prosecutions involving Aboriginal victims and witnesses.
• Consult with ODPP staff to strengthen understanding of cultural considerations for Aboriginal victims and witnesses and inform processes and approach to working with members of the Aboriginal community.

About the Business

The ODPP is an office of approximately 180 staff, comprising both legal and administrative functions. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions was established through the Director of Public Prosecutions Act, 1991 to provide an effective, fair and independent criminal prosecution service for the people of South Australia. The Office is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards.

For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, please visit www.agd.sa.gov.au/ and www.dpp.sa.gov.au/.

Special Conditions for Employment

• Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
• Some out of hours work may be required.
• Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
• Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C)

Additional Notes

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions via the link below. For more information please download the Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Anna Foster, Manager Witness Assistance Team, DPP on 08 7322 7824 or [email protected] using the subject line: Aboriginal Witness Assistance Officers x2 enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Click Apply Now and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website.