Court Victim Advisor

Overview

This permanent, full-time position based at the Invercargill District Court offers a rewarding opportunity to provide critical support to victims of crime during their court proceedings. The role involves maintaining communication with victims about their case progress and helping them engage effectively within the criminal justice system.

What the Role Entails

• Demonstrating resilience when working with diverse individuals
• Remaining calm and relatable to people from varied backgrounds
• Enjoying the challenges of collaborating with stakeholders and supporting those affected by serious crimes

About Us

Te Tāhū o te Ture (Ministry of Justice) is dedicated to enhancing public trust in New Zealand's justice system. Our workplace embraces and supports individuals from all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions. This position involves providing services to multiple courts within a designated region, with occasional travel required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Confident communication skills paired with sound judgment
• Proven capability to build and sustain effective relationships
• Strong teamwork abilities with a capacity to manage competing priorities and adapt professionally in challenging situations
• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in the family violence sector is preferred
• Possession of a full New Zealand Driver Licence

Benefits

• 4.4 weeks of holiday leave for permanent employees
• Flexible working hours where feasible
• Access to online professional development resources
• Membership in inclusive and proactive workplace networks

Salary Details

The salary range for this role is from $74,634 to $95,591 annually, determined by qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

Applications close on 31 July 2026, but CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews conducted prior to the deadline. For inquiries, candidates may contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz.