Indigenous Family Court Liaison — Cultural Support

Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Court of Australia is seeking an Indigenous Family Liaison Officer to provide culturally informed in-Court support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples involved in family law matters. The role may be full-time, with some regional travel, and supports Judges and Registrars of Specialist Indigenous Lists.

Responsibilities include explaining Court processes to litigants, attending hearings, assisting with filing documents, and connecting litigants to culturally appropriate

Qualifications

• Understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander court-user needs and contexts.
• Ability to explain court processes clearly to litigants.
• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals in sensitive settings.
• Willingness to travel to local communities or circuit locations.
• Ability to work autonomously with guidance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Explain Court processes and participation requirements to litigants.
• Attend Court hearings and support litigants.
• Assist litigants with the filing of Court documents.
• Support Court Children’s Service events and dispute resolution events.
• Engage with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and organisations.
• Build connections with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Effective communication

Stakeholder engagement

Court processes knowledge

Job description

Federal Court of Australia is seeking an Indigenous Family Liaison Officer to provide culturally informed in-Court support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples involved in family law matters. The role may be full-time, with some regional travel, and supports Judges and Registrars of Specialist Indigenous Lists.

Responsibilities include explaining Court processes to litigants, attending hearings, assisting with filing documents, and connecting litigants to culturally appropriate