Court Victim Advisor | Auckland City

Job Description

Court Victim Advisor

Te āhuatunga a te tūranga/About the Role

This is a permanent, full-time position based at the Manukau District Court

It is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and adaptable person who has the necessary specialist knowledge, skills and experience to make a major contribution to assisting victims of crime through the court process.

You will make an enormous difference to victims through what you do. You will keep victims updated on the progress of their case and help them participate effectively in the Criminal Justice System.

The role requires you to demonstrate:

• Resilience when it comes to working with people
• A calm nature and an ability to relate to people
• Ability to enjoy the challenges of working with stakeholders and with victims who have been affected by serious crime, primarily family violence.

Mō te tīma/About our Team

At Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve. It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work. We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated. 

You will be part of the South Auckland team of Court Victim Advisors and will be based at the Manukau District Court. 

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone who reflects the local community we are serving and who can effectively assist Te Tāhū o te Ture in honouring our commitment to the people of Aotearoa. To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be a confident communicator with sound judgment
• Have strong abilities in creating and maintaining effective relationships
• Demonstrate multi-cultural awareness and competencies to be able to work with victims and their whanau who are from diverse backgrounds
• Having a relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in the family violence sector, is desirable.

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 18 July 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz