Principal Policy Officer-yoorrook Justice Commission
1 week ago
The Principal Policy Officer is a senior role within Yoorrook's Legal, Policy and Research team will be the team's project lead for the land justice workstream.
With extensive senior experience in First Peoples justice issues and specifically land justice issues (including native title and traditional owner settlement legislation), you will provide strategic policy advice to the Commissioners and the Executive on land justice and other inquiry issues; lead the drafting of Land Justice Issues Papers and final report content and develop options to support Yoorrook's recommendations for systemic reform.
This is a fixed-term role until 31 December 2024. The Yoorrook Justice Commission will run until June 2025 after being granted a 12-month extension by the Victorian government.The final six months of Yoorrook's operations will aim to ensure that the stories and truths shared by First Peoples are not only recorded but understood by all Victorians.
ABOUT YOU
You will have significant experience in evidence-based law and policy reform and be used to collaborating with others to achieve practical outcomes.
You must have extensive senior experience in First Nations justice issues and specifically land justice issues (including native title and traditional owner settlement legislation).
You must have prior experience in delivering projects under time pressure in a complex and sensitive environment.You will be outcomes focused, an exceptional writer and communicator; someone who thrives on a challenge and is passionate about truth and justice for First Peoples in Victoria.
The role requires awareness and understanding of the history and culture of First Peoples in Victoria, a demonstrated understanding of government and legal processes affecting First Peoples.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications close on 18 June 2023 and should include:
- A resume; and
- A cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria as found in the position description (within two pages).
We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people who identify as LGBQTI+, people with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically different backgrounds.
All roles at Yoorrook can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
As an authorised provider, Yoorrook is required to comply with the State Government's COVID-19 Vaccination policy, which strongly recommends all employees be fully vaccinated.
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