Dubbo   |  Full-time  |  Fixed-term to June 2026

The Aboriginal Legal Service is offering an exciting opportunity to capture data for the monitoring and evaluation of the ALS Child and Family Advocacy and Support (ACFAS) pilot program. Enjoy coming to work each day with a purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference.

The role would suit a person who has experience in data entry and administration and the ability to adapt to and learn new systems and technology. 

About the ALS

Born out of a protest movement, the Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited is the primary legal service for Aboriginal people in NSW and the ACT. Our vision is to achieve social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

We offer a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment. We’re passionate about what we do and we work hard. The ALS values the health and wellbeing of our employees and we are proud to offer flexible work practices. Staff can choose to take advantage of benefits including salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to administer the collecting and recording of data for the new ALS Child and Family Advocacy and Support (ACFAS) program.

Data will be captured for all ACFAS legal and wraparound services, referrals, advice, activities and tasks, as well as clients and demographics. This will enable ACFAS to be monitored and evaluated, and inform the ALS and Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) on potential future expansions. The data will also inform advocacy work to improve child protection law and policies.

About the ALS Child and Family Advocacy and Support Program

ACFAS is a new family-oriented justice program that aims to keep Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families safe and out of the child protection system. The program will encompass legal and wraparound services that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families at risk of having their children removed and work together to prevent them from ending up in the Children’s Court.

Your skills and experience

• Knowledge and appreciation of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal cultural practices when considering service delivery and other support for clients, their families, communities and employees
• Intermediate computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
• Demonstrated experience in data entry and administration
• Demonstrated ability to use and learn new systems, databases and technology
• Demonstrated ability to organise priorities and meet reporting deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, work in a multi-disciplinary team environment and work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a start-up environment

How to apply

Download the application package for this position 

Please go to www.alsnswact.org.au/jobs to download the application package for this position. Please submit the completed application package to Rebekah Woodward, Recruitment Manager (New Programs) at [email protected]

If you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact Rebekah Woodward, Recruitment Manager (New Programs) at [email protected] or 02 6120 8815

Please apply promptly, as we may shortlist and interview within the vacancy period.

Applications for this position close 9am Monday 29 May 2023.