ABORIGINAL JUSTICE CENTRE INC
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
DUTY STATEMENT
Title:Chief Executive Officer
Salary Package: $80,000 + superannuation
Reports to:The Board of the Aboriginal Justice Centre Inc
Duties:
1Establish, manage and oversee the transparent and accountable operations of the Aboriginal Justice Centre in relation to staffing and human resources, financial expenditure, service delivery and programs, reporting, management of volunteers, training and administration.
2Develop, comply and operate within the Association’s policies and regulations including the Association’s Constitution and policies, legislation such as the ACT Associations Incorporations Act 1991 and Privacy Act or contractual obligations set by funding providers.
3In consultation with the Board of the Aboriginal Justice Centre, develop and implement Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander justice strategies, programs and procedures.
4Develop a team environment and professional corporate culture for the Aboriginal Justice Centre, assisting to minimise community and individual conflict and manage negotiations between various parties.
5Manage the design and delivery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social, criminal justice and prevention programs that are culturally appropriate and achieve the objects of the Association.
6Represent the Aboriginal Justice Centre and liaise with agencies and community organisations involved in the criminal justice system, welfare sector or other areas, to establish partnerships to ensure equitable access and delivery of services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
7Prepare high level policy papers, reports and be able to publish papers reflecting the views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and present these to the Board, Governments, Agencies, Research Bodies, NAJAC and other forums.
8Be able to influence others and to be an agent of change in improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
9Oversee the organisations finance, legal and tax accountability and reporting requirements for a public benevolent institution and oversee fundraising and sponsorship opportunities.
10Be able to operate the organisation transparently and attract government and non-government funding for existing and new initiatives.
11Oversee the operations of volunteer programs.
12Maintain the confidence of the Board, staff and community.
ABORIGINAL JUSTICE CENTRE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
SELECTION CRITERIA
Applicants are requested to write a maximum of 500 words per criteria.
Selection Criteria:
- Provide evidence of delivering successful community outcomes in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues and demonstrate awareness of the proposed role and function of the Aboriginal Justice Centre.
- Demonstrated conceptual, analytical, research, problem solving and strategic management skills to manage and develop policy and programs to achieve the objects of the Association.
- Demonstrated organisational, project and people management skills including managing financial resources, managing workflows, staffing and performance management, developing teamwork, providing leadership and creating a professional organisational culture.
- Demonstrate highly developed communication skills, both oral and written, including representational, liaison, conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.
- Proven ability and/or experience to work with a Board of Management, manage the operations of the organisation and oversee case managers or program officers that implement programs with ‘at risk’ or multiple needs individuals and groups.
- Model the principles of equity, natural justice, empowerment and workplace diversity. Implement OHS principles and manage risk.
Desirable Criteria:
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant area such as law, welfare, behavioural or social sciences, community development or any other area that demonstrates high level competencies to meet the objects of the Association.
- An understanding of the criminal justice legal framework and prevention programs and the ability to consult quickly with stakeholders to learn about the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the ACT.
Other Requirements:
- This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position.
- Given the nature of the position, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal history check.
Remuneration
An employment contract will be negotiated for the position. The Aboriginal Justice Centre has Public Benevolent Institutional status from the Australian Tax Office. Salary packaging is available given this status and information regarding salaries and Public Benevolent Institutions can be obtained at
Interview Panel
An independent interview panel will comprise a minimum of 3 independent persons being:
- A member of the AJC Inc Board
- A person employed at a similar level in the community sector
- A person representing the funding provider or their nominee
Reference Documents
Applicants are encouraged to obtain or be aware of the following documents when preparing their applications. These may be obtained at
- Strategic Directions Policy Document as at May 2006
- Aboriginal Justice Centre Constitution – May 2006
- Aboriginal Justice Centre - Human Resource Policy – July 2006
- ACT Social and Community Services Award 2001 -
- Tax Ruling 2003/5 - Income tax and fringe benefits tax: public benevolent institutions –
Contact Officer
The ACT Department of Justice and Community Safety is providing secretariat support to the AJC until a CEO is employed and the Griffin Centre Office is finalised. The Contact Officer from the Department is:
Tony Hanson
Senior Policy Officer
Secretariat Support to the AJC Inc
ACT Department of Justice and Community Safety
(02) 62070199
Application Lodgement
Applications must include a cover letter and resume/CV, and address each of the selection criteria above.
Applications should be marked ‘Strictly Confidential’ and emailed to or posted to Recruitment Officer, Aboriginal Justice Centre, Level 3 Griffin Centre, Genge Street, Canberra ACT 2600. All applicants will be notified by email or mail that their application has been received. If you do not receive notification of receipt please telephone the Contact Officer.
Application Closing Date and Conduct of Interviews
Thursday 17 August 2006.
A short list of suitable candidates will be undertaken following the close of applications. Interviews of short listed candidates will be undertaken in August 2006.
Approval and Review
Approved by the Board 11 July 2006.
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ABORIGINAL JUSTICE CENTRE
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Salary Package $80,000
Canberra
The new ACT Aboriginal Justice Centre (AJC) is seeking a dynamic Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander CEO to manage and lead its development and operations to achieve the Association’s strategic goals.
The AJC will play a crucial role in reducing the incarceration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the ACT region by facilitating a combination of support, prevention, referral, case management and training programs.
The CEO will have high level communication, management, supervision, program management and policy skills. If you have a track record of success in achieving outcomes and believe you can excel in this challenging and exciting role you are encouraged to apply by addressing the selection criteria.
The selection criteria, job description and other important documents can be obtained at or by telephoning the AJC Secretariat Support Officer on (02) 6162 1000 or emailing
Applications close Thursday 17 August 2006 and should be marked Strictly Confidential and sent to the Recruitment Officer, Aboriginal Justice Centre, Level 3 Griffin Centre, Genge Street, Canberra, ACT 2600 or emailed to