Disability Rights Investigations Lead

Department of Justice; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 129,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Public Advocate (OPA) in Victoria is seeking a team leader for investigations in Melbourne. You will lead investigations to protect rights of people with disability and produce clear reports for tribunals and courts.

The role requires strong leadership and the ability to guide a team through complex cases. This ongoing, full-time position offers a salary of $128,635 – $140,849 per year, plus super, and provides an opportunity to drive meaningful social impact within a

Qualifications

• You ideally hold a qualification in advocacy, disability, human rights, law or policy.
• You do not need a mandatory qualification.
• Experience leading investigations and producing clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations to protect the rights of people with disability.
• Guide a skilled team through complex cases.
• Shape reports to inform tribunal and court decisions with thorough investigations.
• Provide supportive leadership, coach staff and review performance.
• Use data to monitor progress and ensure compliance with legal duties and records.

Skills

Leadership

Investigations

Team management

Policy analysis

Judgement

Education

Advocacy/Disability/Law/Policy qualification

Job description

The Office of the Public Advocate (OPA) in Victoria is seeking a team leader for investigations in Melbourne. You will lead investigations to protect rights of people with disability and produce clear reports for tribunals and courts.

The role requires strong leadership and the ability to guide a team through complex cases. This ongoing, full-time position offers a salary of $128,635 – $140,849 per year, plus super, and provides an opportunity to drive meaningful social impact within a