About the role
The Senior Project Officer, Client Services Unit manages and coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic and operational client service projects which support the achievement of the Legal Aid NSW Strategic Plan 2023-2028 and other organisational objectives.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN LEGAL AID NSW!
We are committed to diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and genuinely inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone who works and interacts with us. We strive to be a place where people from diverse backgrounds want to work, where voices and cultures are valued and where people feel valued, welcomed, respected and heard.
We want a workforce that reflects our clients, so we can deliver a service that meets the needs of the community. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
Other benefits of working with us
·You will have access to training, development and mentoring opportunities.
·We are an accredited Flex Ready certified employer and are recognised as leaders in the area of flexible work. Most of our staff work flexibly — for example, from home some of the time or in a way that helps them balance family and work life.
The essential requirements for this role
You must:
·be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and/or Working with Children Check
·hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies)
·have demonstrated knowledge and expertise in research, analysis and communication
·have demonstrated experience in managing complex projects in short timeframes
·have demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining multiple stakeholder relationships
The following requirements are desirable:
·have demonstrated knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation
·have demonstrated understanding of the legal assistance sector
Your application must include:
·your resume (no more than 5 pages)
·cover letter (no more than 2 pages). In your cover letter, please address the following target question:
Make sure your application is complete and you have answered all questions before you submit it.
·The focus capabilities and key accountabilities in the role description indicate what is expected at that level. Being familiar with these will help you understand what the panel will be looking for in the successful candidate.