Assistant Director - Major Sourcing Program

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137191

Location

ACT 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Sylvia Neves on 02 5127 8475 or Sylvia.I.Neves@homeaffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 17/04/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 2 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | Major Capability | Sourcing & Vendor Management | Major Souring and Acquisitions

Major Sourcing and Acquisitions (MSA) Section is responsible for end-to-end delivery of a major sourcing program, exceeding a billion dollars over the next 3-5 years, that is endeavouring to refresh several of the Departments strategic managed technology services contracts. MSA Section currently comprises of multi-disciplinary project delivery teams, managing the delivery of one or more major sourcing, transition and disengagement activities for Managed Network, Future Workplace and Future Compute managed service capabilities.

The program of work in MSA Section is a critical enabler to the Departments core ICT operational and technology capability and resultant contract outcomes will underpin the Department's network, corporate end-user services and main processing compute services for the next decade.

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Our ideal candidate

• Highly developed stakeholder management, problem solving and influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a high-pressure and evolving environment under limited direction, manage multiple competing priorities and tight deadlines, prioritise workload independently, and adapt to changes in directions and expectations
• Demonstrated experience in writing and contributing to quality and complex documents including sourcing and transition strategies, frameworks and program/project reports, presenting clear and articulate information, and interpreting and responding to departmental and government requirements with great attention to details
• Proven ability to verbally communicate with confidence, engage and consult with professionalism, and build and maintain effective relationships
• Proven ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality.

Duties and responsibilities

• Providing support and management to a multi-disciplined project teams, coordinate project activities across multiple streams including; participation in strategic approach to market and procurement activities, transition and disengagement activities
• Coordinating and supporting the management of scope, schedule, risk, budget and resources, preparation of Executive Minutes and briefings, submissions, reports and returns relating to the project progress and issues in accordance with organisational requirements
• Apply technical, operational, professional and administrative activities, procedures, practices and project management methodologies to support procurement, transition and disengagement activities
• Identify risks and opportunities and take account of these in planning, decision making and priority setting. Analyse and interpret project performance against agreed plans and develop and evaluate strategies to achieve project outcomes
• Coordinate program governance and prepare correspondence, briefs and reports as required including submissions and documents for higher delegate and committee consideration.

Additional information

Additional information (Role requirements/qualifications):

• Support the Director in delivering high quality outcomes and managing risk in a fast-paced and complex environment
• Contribute to program design and delivery, including solving complex problems and developing solutions, approach to market, assessment of responses, and preparation of reports and recommendations and transition and disengagement planning
• Support complex procurement, transition and disengagement outcomes including project management methodologies and practices; complex problem solving, risks, actions, issues, project management planning, budget forecasting and scheduling
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including and not limited to, internal, business, and technical stakeholders, external service providers and other Commonwealth agencies.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV (maximum of four pages) through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 17/04/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page (maximum 1000 words) applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 137191 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.