This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People are eligible to apply.
About Us
Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.
Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the `Courts Group'.
Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.
The Coroners Court of Victoria (CCOV) is responsible for:
- Independently investigating deaths and fires.
- Reducing preventable deaths.
- Promoting public health and safety and the administration of justice.
Why join CCOV
Working at CCOV offers:
- the opportunity to lead a team performing work of real significance to the Victorian community
- a meaningful role in a unique judicial environment
- flexible and innovative work practices that support balance between work and family life
- a workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, safety and respect
- attractive salary and access to training and development opportunities
About the Role
Make a meaningful impact. Lead with purpose. Support families with dignity and respect.
The Coroners Court of Victoria is seeking an experienced and culturally grounded Aboriginal Family Engagement Manager to lead critical work supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families through the coronial investigation process.
In this senior leadership role, you will enhance the Court's cultural responsiveness, improve family experiences, and contribute to prevention and systemic change.
You will lead the Aboriginal Engagement team and provide expert cultural advice to coroners, ensuring investigations are respectful, informed, and culturally safe. This role is central to strengthening partnerships, improving practices, and driving better outcomes for communities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead & develop a high-performing Aboriginal Engagement team, fostering wellbeing, capability, and collaboration
- Support families with culturally safe, needs-based bereavement care and clear guidance through the coronial process
- Advise coroners with expert cultural insight, including preparation of cultural briefings
- Drive practice excellence by developing and evaluating case management approaches
- Deliver high-quality reports with clear analysis, recommendations, and policy insights
- Strengthen prevention efforts through data analysis and cross-agency collaboration
- Champion cultural competency across CCOV, promoting inclusion and respectful engagement
- Build partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to advance equity and reform
About you
You are a respected leader with deep cultural knowledge and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You bring:
- Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, communities and issues
- Proven ability to engage sensitively and effectively with families and diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and influencing complex, sensitive environments
- Expertise in culturally safe practice, policy advice, and stakeholder engagement
- Exceptional communication skills, including report writing and conveying complex information with empathy
How to apply
Click the `Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
- Resume
- A short cover letter
- A Confirmation of Aboriginality is required as part of the application process for this role.
Other information
CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.
We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.
The coronial jurisdiction is a sensitive and demanding environment. Employees may be exposed to challenging material and interactions with families and loved ones experiencing distress. CCOV is committed to psychological safety and provides programs, services and support to help employees manage these demands.
As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.
