Witness Assistance Service, Director

**NSW Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions**

**Public Sector Senior Executive, Band 1**

This newly created role is an opportunity for an experienced and strategic change agent with strong case management skills to lead and coordinate the provision of high-quality proactive service delivery to victims of crime and vulnerable witness in matters prosecuted by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).

**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**

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 Witness Assistance Service, Director leads the operational management of the entire WAS function statewide and holds accountability for ensuring delivery on the ODPP's commitment to victims and witnesses, obligations under the ODPP Prosecution Guidelines and other policies and the NSW Charter of Victim's Rights (Victim Rights and Support Act 2013). The Witness Assistance Service, Director also ensures ODPP staff are given the opportunity to enjoy rewarding and challenging careers and provides strategic and inspirational leadership.

As the Witness Assistance Service, Director you will work closely with the Executive and Director's Chambers to facilitate improved engagement, recognition and input across the Office regarding WAS policy, advice and representation in line with the Office's strategic plan to provide a more trauma informed prosecution service.

**About you (Essential Requirements)**:

- 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 (nsw.gov.au)
- Degree qualifications in Social Work
- Applicants will also have significant experience in the management of direct service delivery and supervision of staff at a senior level.
- This position also requires the successful applicant to have a current driver's license and willingness to travel to regional areas.

**Remuneration**

Witness Assistance Service, Director - Public Sector Senior Executive Band 1 - with a Total Remuneration Package to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

**How to Apply**

The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

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

**Closing date**: Sunday 17 August 2025 (11:59PM)
- In accordance with the mobility provisions relating to PSSE roles, any talent pool created from this process may be used to fill other similar PSSE Band 1 roles within the ODPP._

**Further Information**
- Learn more about the ODPP here: About us | ODPP (nsw.gov.au) |Code of Conduct
- To learn more about First Nations People and the ODPP: First Nations People and the ODPP | ODPP (nsw.gov.au).
- Learn about our commitment to having a diverse and inclusive workplace: A diverse workplace | ODPP (nsw.gov.au)
- Benefits of working with the ODPP: Benefits We Offer | ODPP (nsw.gov.au)