Conciliator

Description:

The conciliator is required to have excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills and be able to address power imbalances. The role helps parties to identify their interests, clarify misunderstandings and adeptly manages complex and challenging matters.

The conciliator is an impartial third party, promoting a cooperative environment where parties can freely express their concerns and interests. The role facilitates communication, encouraging dialogue and exploration of possible resolutions.

A key component of the role is to design a resolution process which is most suitable for each dispute to optimize the potential for resolution in a timely manner. A conciliator provides easily understood and accessible information to the parties about the relevant legislation and case law that may apply to a dispute during intakes and facilitated negotiations.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills and be able to address power imbalances.
• Knowledge and understanding of Victoria's key human rights laws or demonstrated ability to obtain this quickly.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to tailor communications according to audience and/or audience preference.

• Highly desirable: Accredited under the National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS)
• Highly desirable: Experience conducting conciliation within a legislative framework

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement.

• To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 3 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience against the key selection criteria.
• Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Applicants should keep a copy of the position description as it cannot be accessed once the job has closed.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities to apply.

We strive to build and maintain an inclusive workplace that brings out the best in our people and we support flexible work arrangements.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

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 get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.