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October 8, 2024
NAAJA
Darwin
FULL TIME & CONTRACT & OTHER
Coordinator – Custody Notification Service
Based in Darwin with a flexible working arrangement!
About NAAJA
The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) is a leading provider of legal and justice services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Northern Territory. NAAJA’s legal practice is the largest in the Northern Territory, providing high quality, culturally proficient and accessible advice, casework and court advocacy in both criminal and civil law.
What we offer
The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency is seeking a dedicated Coordinator to oversee the Custody Notification Service in Darwin, Northern Territory. As the Coordinator – Custody Notification Service, you will play a crucial role in ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in custody are provided with appropriate legal and welfare support.
What you’ll be doing
Applicants for this position must submit a cover letter and resume addressing the essential criteria.
Enquiries can be sent to Recruitment@naaja.org.au.
More information including position description CNS Coordinator – PD
Closing Date COB Friday 25 October 2024
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary
EO1.1 $117,972 – EO1.4 $131,943 per year (depending on experience)
FTE
Full time – 12-month contract
Location
Darwin
Commencement
Immediately (Negotiable)
Reports to
Principal Legal Officer
The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) is a leading provider of legal and justice services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Northern Territory. NAAJA’s legal practice is the largest in the Northern Territory, providing high quality, culturally proficient and accessible advice, casework and court advocacy in both criminal and civil law.
What we offer
- Salary packaging options up to $18,450 per annum tax free
- Remote allowance of $3,300 per annum (if applicable)
- Annual airfare allowance
- 6 weeks annual leave
- 3 weeks personal leave
- Relocation allowance
The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency is seeking a dedicated Coordinator to oversee the Custody Notification Service in Darwin, Northern Territory. As the Coordinator – Custody Notification Service, you will play a crucial role in ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in custody are provided with appropriate legal and welfare support.
What you’ll be doing
- Manage the Custody Notification Service, a 24-hour legal advice and support phone line ensuring efficient and responsive operations
- Provide immediate legal advice and referrals to Aboriginal people held in police custody
- Coordinate the delivery of essential welfare services, including accessing medical care and connecting with family members
- Liaise with police, courts, and other stakeholders to advocate for the rights and wellbeing of detainees
- Maintain detailed records and prepare reports on the Custody Notification Service’s activities
- Contribute to the development of policies and procedures to continuously improve the service
- Supervise and support a team of case workers to deliver high-quality client services
- Admission (or eligibility for admission) as a legal practitioner in the Northern Territory with a minimum of 3 years post-admission experience in criminal law
- An understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal children in the child protection and justice system
- A demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their history and culture
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to work under pressure
- Experience in effectively managing and developing a diverse team to deliver high-quality client services
- Ability to obtain a satisfactory “Working with Children Clearance” (Ochre Card) upon commencement
- Satisfactory criminal history check and no history of disqualification from employment by a legal practice
- Ability and willingness to undertake shift work
Applicants for this position must submit a cover letter and resume addressing the essential criteria.
Enquiries can be sent to Recruitment@naaja.org.au.
More information including position description CNS Coordinator – PD
Closing Date COB Friday 25 October 2024
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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