POSITION OVERVIEW

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency Ltd (NAAJA) provides legal aid for Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory, with offices in Darwin, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs.

We are recognised as a leading legal service and have received local and national awards for our work. We are committed to providing quality representation for our clients and bringing about long- term change in the justice system.

NAAJA’s Alice Springs Criminal Law Section provides legal services in the Alice Springs Local Court, Supreme Court and in circuit courts across Central Australia.

Our administrative and client service team play a vital role in ensuring that we provide a high quality, accessible and efficient service to our clients.

The work requires high levels of motivation, energy and a commitment to professional excellence. On the job training and support are provided.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The position reports to the Senior Secretary – Criminal Law Section.

DUTIES

• Secretaries in the criminal section work within a busy legal practice, providing support and assistance to lawyers, maintaining files to legal practice standards, and working to tight time frames.
• Secretaries also provide general assistance including registering and photocopying, faxing and other administrative tasks.
• NAAJA’s client management system (“CMS”) records all of our client data. Secretaries are required to enter and retrieve client information correctly while always ensuring client confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate data entry standards and processing of court files.

• Good communication skills are essential as Secretaries are required to answer phone calls, record messages and assist with general reception duties.

Other duties as directed.

SELECTION CRITERIA ESSENTIAL:

• Punctual, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who have an ability to work under supervision and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in administration and office procedures is preferred but not essential.
• An understanding of the role and function of NAAJA, a general knowledge of the legal process, and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal peoples is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated initiative and an ability to provide a high level of client service.
• Good communication skills with a particular ability to communicate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Experience in office procedures, including word processing, data entry, email and file keeping.
• Ability to work as part of a small team and meet deadlines without supervision.
• Ability to obtain a “Working with Children Clearance” (Ochre Card) upon commencement.
• Satisfactory criminal history check and no history of disqualification from employment by a legal practice.

To apply, please click Apply Now link.

Employment conditions are attached.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.