70491

Closes: 03 July 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer 5
Salary: $95,722 - $100,956 plus superannuation
Position No: 70491
Directorate: Justice and Community Safety
Advertised (Gazettal date): 19 June 2026
Contact Officer: Susan Walizada on Susan.Walizada@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 2066

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Details: An exciting opportunity exists for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person who is empathetic, enthusiastic and compassionate to join our team at Victim Support ACT within the Human Rights Commission on a six-month contract. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Liaison Officer will undertake a range of duties to support the delivery and operation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Program.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Liaison Officer is the first point of contact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, ensuring they are provided with culturally appropriate support as victims of crime. The role requires building and maintaining strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander agencies and other key services to ensure clients receive the support they need.

Eligibility/Other requirements:  

This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 27(4) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander lived experience and cultural capability is considered essential and therefore confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage may be requested.

• Qualifications in social work, human services delivery, or related disciplines would be highly regarded. Or undertaking current studies in these areas.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra
• Driver’s license class C is essential.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for six months.  This position is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

A merit list will be established from this selection process and used to fill potential vacancies over the next 12 months.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Please carefully review the Position Description and provide a written pitch of no more than two pages.

In the written pitch, we encourage you to use specific examples that demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, the Behavioural Capabilities, and the Compliance Requirements /Qualifications as outlined in the Position Description. You may choose to use these headings to structure your response. Please also provide a current curriculum vitae including the details of two referees one of whom must be your current supervisor.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for six months. This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 27(4) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.