Administration Officer, Child Protection Litigation
7 days ago
THE ROLE
The Administration Officer role provides critical administrative support services to the Child Protection Litigation Office (CPLO) and will assist the leadership team, as well as the CPLO's solicitors. The CPLO plays a critical part in the department's child protection program by providing legal advice and representation to child protection practitioners in the specialist Children's Courts across Victoria. You will work predominantly in the Business Operations Team at CPLO, however, in accordance with clause 19 of the VPS Agreement (where applicable), you may be asked to join a different team where business operations require this.
The role is a contact point for stakeholders from a diverse range of organisations, government, and private organisations. Attention to detail, teamwork, agility and flexibility underpin success in this role as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Under general direction, provide assistance with office processes and corporate information systems such as records management, financial information, client payments and ministerial correspondence.
- Ensure data is accurate and complete when entering into systems.
- Answer queries in person or via the phone, provide timely advice and undertake general follow up action as required, including correctly redirecting incoming mail and queries.
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VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy (Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.
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