Witness Assistance Service Policy and Project Officer

NSW Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions

Prosecution Officer (Administrative) Level 4

Ongoing role

$124,983. Package includes salary ($99,938 - $110,271 p.a.), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Newly Created Policy and Projects Role in our Witness Assistance Service

About Us

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) is the independent prosecuting authority of New South Wales (NSW) and is responsible for the prosecution of all serious offences committed against the laws of the State on behalf of the people of NSW. Our vision is to be a dynamic prosecution service recognised for its excellence and leadership.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Project and Policy Officer with strong administrative and interpersonal skills to join the Witness Assistance Service in this new role. The Witness Assistance Service (WAS) is a specialist unit within the ODPP which works as part of the prosecution team to assist and support victims of crime and vulnerable witnesses through the criminal justice process to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient prosecution service.

The Policy and Project Officer supports the Witness Assistance Service Director with the preparation of reports, expert input regarding policy and project activities for both internal and external stakeholders, forums and committees regarding the Witness Assistance Service.

Key accountabilities include:

• Provide project and operational support, including monitoring and reporting on project plans, milestones and deliverables, to ensure time, cost and quality indicators are in line with approved project plans
• Create and maintain documentation and records regarding relevant issues, policies and practices to ensure the delivery of projects complies with agreed project management methodology
• Undertake basic research and analysis in assigned project areas and contribute to the preparation of project briefs to support informed decision making and planning
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders to provide updates regarding project status and implementation issues
• Provide a range of secretariat and administrative services, including coordinating committee meetings and preparing papers and minutes.

About you

• This is a child-related position. Applicants must provide a valid Working With Children Check number or an Application number. A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance is required as a condition of employment. Please visit the Children Guardian's website for more information: Working with Children Check | Office of the Children's Guardian )
• Competitive candidates will have project experience in a high-volume social work, legal or other professional environment
• Advanced interpersonal skills in dealing with a variety of individuals and agencies.
• Advanced analytical, organisational and time management skills.
• Sound written communication skills.

How to Apply  

Applicants should read the Role Description and address the key accountabilities and focus capabilities when preparing their resume and cover letter.  Applicants must submit a cover letter [maximum two pages] and resume [maximum 3 pages] that highlights their claim for the role and demonstrates their suitability by addressing the following two targeted questions.  

Q1. Outline your project experience in a high-volume professional environment and how you managed different stakeholders and ensured competing demands and priorities were met.

Q2. Describe a time when you researched an issue or topic to provide policy support. How did you approach the task, and how did your work contribute to the outcome?

Applicants must also include the contact details of two relevant Referees (who can speak from a supervisory perspective, with one being the current manager). 

N.B. Applicants must give consent to a Criminal History Record check.

Applicants must apply via , reference number 1391. 

 
Closing date: Wednesday 8 October (11:59PM) 

A talent pool will be created to fill vacancies across which may arise over the next 18 months. 

Further Information

• Learn more about the ODPP here: About us | ODPP )  |Code of Conduct
• To learn more about First Nations People and the ODPP: First Nations People and the ODPP | ODPP ).
• Learn about our commitment to having a diverse and inclusive workplace: A diverse workplace | ODPP )
• Benefits of working with the ODPP: Benefits We Offer | ODPP ) 

 Enquiries: Jane Wolf – Witness Assistance Service Director

For general enquiries or if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you during the recruitment process please email  If you experience technical difficulties when submitting your application, please email and someone will respond to you during business hours.

The ODPP values diversity and supports all staff to reach their full potential. The Office welcomes applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people identifying with diverse genders and sexualities, people with disability and other diversity groups. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in the selection process, please indicate this in your application.