Legal Education Program Manager

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Office of Public Prosecutions Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Office of Public Prosecutions

**Salary**: $157,356 - $180,115

Occupation: Education and Training

Reference: VG/OPP870

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for preparing and conducting criminal prosecutions in Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Matters prosecuted by the DPP and the OPP involve serious crimes or matters that are of significance to the fair and effective operation of the Victorian criminal justice system. The OPP consists of the Solicitor for Public Prosecutions and a staff of approximately 475 providing legal and corporate support to the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor and Crown Prosecutors in the exercise of their independent roles in the criminal justice system.

Join us in this newly created role as the **Legal Education Program Manager**, where you will lead the development of our legal capability strategy.

**About the Role**

Reporting to the Executive Director, Legal Practice, you will oversee the strategic delivery of the legal education curriculum and key initiatives that enhance the legal performance of OPP staff.

As part of your role, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to define and embed legal capability standards and metrics, measure and report on performance, and address any gaps in the system. This role also involves leading the Legal Education Program Lead, ensuring effective coordination and leadership of the legal education initiatives across the OPP.

**Key Responsibilities include**:

- Develop and deliver a strategic legal capability plan that aligns with the OPP's overall Strategic Plan and supports our legal education needs.
- Define and monitor legal capability standards and performance metrics for OPP legal staff, ensuring alignment and understanding across the legal practice.
- Oversee the delivery of the legal education curriculum, programs, and initiatives, ensuring they are evidence-based and meet organisational priorities.
- Identify gaps, issues, and risks in legal capability and implement solutions to address them.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to leverage best practices and innovative approaches in legal education.
- Provide leadership to the Legal Education Program Lead, ensuring accountability, performance, and wellbeing expectations are met.

**About You**
To succeed in this role, you will bring:

- Strong knowledge of **indictable criminal law** and procedure in Victoria or another Australian jurisdiction.
- Proven experience in **strategic planning** and implementing capability development initiatives in a legal environment.
- Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with stakeholders, defining legal capability and performance standards.
- Analytical skills to **measure, monitor, and report** on key metrics, identifying strategies to address risks and enhance performance.
- A high level of **emotional intelligence**, excellent communication skills, and experience in **leading a team** effectively.

You must be an Australian Lawyer with a current Victorian Practising Certificate.

**About Us**

The Office of Public Prosecutions (OPP) is an independent statutory authority responsible for conducting serious criminal prosecutions across Victoria on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Our team, consisting of over 465 skilled professionals, supports the work of the DPP, the Chief Crown Prosecutor, and Crown Prosecutors.

Our vision is to lead in legal excellence, fostering an innovative, supportive environment that serves our community. Our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence guides everything we do.

**Applications close on Tuesday 12 November 2024.

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