Assistant Director, Legal Capability and Performance

1 day ago


Sydney, Australia Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) Full time

Senior Executive Service (SES) Band1
- $219,648 - $247,144 plus 15.4% employer super contribution
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (_Cth_) (CDPP) is seeking an experienced senior leader to fill the role of Assistant Director, (SES Band1) Legal Capability and Performance (LCP) for a period of up to 12 months.

LCP is one of the CDPP’s five legal practice groups. LCP plays a critical role in supporting and strengthening the delivery of high quality, effective prosecution services and, ultimately, achieving better criminal justice outcomes. LCP initiates and drives a range of cross-practice initiatives focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and strategic planning. It also provides legal and specialist support to our prosecutors.

LCP has two branches:
1. **Branch 1** is largely internally focussed and includes Legal Policy and Practice Improvement, Legal Learning and Knowledge, Counsel Coordination and Legal Support Services.
2. **Branch 2** is largely externally focussed and includes Stakeholder and Government Engagement, Prosecution Data and Reporting, the Witness Assistance Service, Evidence Services and International Assistance.

We are seeking a senior leader for Branch 2. This is an exciting and unique role with the CDPP and LCP. It is an opportunity to lead five multidisciplinary teams during a period of organisational change.

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