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Position Info:

Administrative Assistant Legal

Melbourne

Temporary, full-time vacancy

Level: AAT 3/4 – $59620 – $64733 P.A

Plus 15.4 % Employer Superannuation

 The Commonwealth Administrative Appeals Tribunal is an independent tribunal which reviews, on the merits, a wide range of decisions made by Commonwealth Ministers, officials, authorities and other tribunals.  The Tribunal has jurisdiction under some 400 enactments.

The Tribunal seeks applications from interested persons for a temporary vacancy in its Melbourne Office for a period of 12 months, which subject to PS  regulation 3.6, may be extended.  The duties will include: undertaking legal research which may include case law research, monitoring of legislation and preparation of case summaries; assisting with the preparation and legal editing of Tribunal orders, decisions and reasons for decision; preparing catchwords and summaries of reasons for decisions; drafting directions and interlocutory orders and providing administrative support, including pre-hearing liaison with parties and acting as a Tribunal attendant.

A completed or substantially completed recognised degree in Law is MANDATORY.

Selection documentation can be obtained from the HR section, Freecall 1800 641 525, by email to hrm@aat.gov.au or on the Tribunal’s website, www.aat.gov.au.

Hearing or speech impaired applicants may ring the National Relay Service (NRS).

TTY users phone133 677 and ask for 1300 366 700.  Speak and listen users phone 1300 555 727 and ask for 1300 366 700. Internet relay users connect to NRS (www.relayservice.com.au) and ask for 1300 366 700.

Date Posted: 31/3/13

Position Availability: Applications are due 5th of April. Recommended for Graduate or Post-Graduate students

Contact Info:

The contact officer for enquiries regarding the position is the District Registrar on

(03) 9282 8400.

Applications must address the Selection Criteria contained in the selection documentation and include the names of referees as well as a resume.

Applications close on 05 April 2013 and can be forwarded to hrm@aat.gov.au or:

HR Team Leader

Administrative Appeals Tribunal

GPO Box 9955

BRISBANE  QLD  4001

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Reprive Australia

Position Info:

Reprive Australia works agains the death penalty. It helps provide legal and humanitarian assistance to those facing the death penalty, to advocate against the death penalty and to raise awareness about human rights.

They place volunteers in the USA to help provide legal representation and humanitarian assitance to those facing the death penalty working with Reprive US.

Date Posted:

27/3/13

Position Availability:

Volunteer positions are available all year round, although to apply you must be a member of Reprive itself.

Contact Info: 

http://www.reprieve.org.au/2127350/reprieve-australia-become-a-volunteer.htm

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PILCH

Position Info:

The Public Interest Law Clearing House (VIC) Inc. (PILCH) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation which is committed to furthering the public interest, improving access to justice and protecting human rights. PILCH does this by facilitating pro bonolegal services to Victorian individuals and organisations in need, and by undertaking law reform, policy work and legal education.

Due to there specialisation in pro-bono work PILCH offers a fantastic opportunity for students to get in some volunteer based work experience while simultaneously serving the community

Date Posted:

27/3/13

Position Availability:

PILCH has various different level positions opening at different times throughout the year. Check back on the site regularly to see what is avilable

Contact Info: 

http://www.pilch.org.au/jobs/

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Deakin Internship Program

Position Info:

s part of Deakins strategic plan LIVE the future, the DIS aims to nurture the personal development of Deakin students. Essential to the ‘Experience’ promise, an Internship at Deakin will provide students an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience whilst applying knowledge and theory gained during the course of their studies.

Aimed at final year students, the Internship consists of a placement within an area of Deakin University for a minimum of 100 hours. During this time, the Intern will work on a specific project, task/s or operational activity. Incorporated into the Internship, is the Intern ‘Get Together Day’ – a developmental day designed to provide tools, hints and tips to assist with the transition from University to the workforce. All interns participate in the Get Together Day.

Date Posted:

27/3/13

Position Availability:

Internship oppertunities become available all year round. Register interest to be made aware

Contact Info: 

http://www.deakin.edu.au/current-students/services/internships/index.php

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Community Legal Centres (CLC)

Position Info:

Community legal centres are various arms of legal aid that is available to the public. Check the link bellow to see the possible available positions ranging from your local community legal centre to specialised centres such as the Asylum Seekers Resource Centre and Jobwatch Inc. 

Date Posted:

27/3/13

Position Availability:

Each centre has various times of vacancy and avilability. You will need to make your own enquiries based on your personal interest.

Contact Info: http://clcvolunteers.net.au/search_results.php?sb=state&q=VIC&s=0&search=1&e=30&oo=a&ob=b2JqZWN0X25hbWU=

The Deakin Law Students’ Society (DLSS) is one of the biggest students’ societies in Deakin University and arguably one of the larger voluntary student organisations within Victoria. The DLSS works hard to ensure that the voice of our students is being heard, that the unique needs of each undergraduate Deakin Law students are being met. Our mission is to teach every student the importance of life balance – knowing how to study hard and how to have fun. We seek to achieve our mission through various academic, career and social orientated events and publications. The DLSS is split into 6 portfolios all of which focus on providing the best possible experience for our law students:

• Education
• Careers (both Commercial and Industry)
• Competitions
• Activities
• Marketing
• Communications

Being a DLSS member entitles each student access to all of our publications, discounted social events, free food, merchandise, invitations to our events, notifications on any major changes or upcoming opportunities in the profession and more. As mentioned above, the DLSS provides an invaluable source of information and personal assistance on all fronts as well as an amazing platform for social interaction. Becoming a member is as simple as filling a form and a mere $10 once off payment. Missed out on membership in O’Week? No drama, feel free to send us an inbox on Facebook or an email via the website and we will get you onboard ASAP!

Shai Sommer

President | Deakin Law Students’ Society

Email: president@deakinlss.org

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