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Period of Appointment This appointment is fixed-term, for the life of the current Government, up to 18 May 2025.
Hours per fortnight 73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
Duties Provide high level policy oversight of Tasmania's Legal Assistance Program under the National Legal Assistance Partnership, including strategic planning and grant funding management in respect of the Tasmanian legal assistance sector.
Provide high level advice in relation to the interpretation of legislation and funding deeds and agreements.
Provide direction and guidance to the Tasmanian Legal Assistance Program Coordinator.
Undertake research and prepare advice on complex policies and programs associated with functions of the Office of the Secretary, including analysing data from various sources to inform advice, policy and project work.
Manage projects undertaken within the Office of the Secretary and undertake policy formulation and development as required.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including Departmental and Ministerial staff, with a major focus on the legal assistance sector.
In consultation with the Assistant Director (Administration of Justice) and Director, Strategic Legislation and Policy, contribute to legislative reform in accordance with Government priorities.
Desirable Requirements Legal qualifications.
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