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Cargo Reform Operational Program Delivery and Policy Officers

Job Req ID

ABF - 134708

 

Location

VIC; ACT; NSW 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements available 

 

Contact Officer

Felicity Pollock on 0403 879 195 

 

Applications close on 27/11/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill up to 4 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months. 

 

About our team

 

Strategy & Capability | Strategy & Policy | Customs & Border Modernisation | Cargo Reform

 

The Cargo Reform team is leading the Streamlining the Cargo Intervention Model (SCIM) initiative, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. SCIM will develop new cargo intervention models at Australia's major sea and airports. It is anticipated that SCIM will improve the scalability, adaptability and security of intervention by embedding improved business processes and contemporary technology earlier in the supply chain. SCIM will enable the ABF to seamlessly facilitate legitimate trade and increase community protection.

 

Over 3 years, the ABF will co-design, test and evaluate the new cargo intervention models before seeking funding from government for implementation. We will partner with a sea cargo container terminal operator to conduct a sea cargo model trial at a seaport and conduct other trial activities to refine the air cargo model. Our team will also explore emerging technologies to inform ABF officers to make cargo intervention decisions.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

Our ideal candidate is excited about the work we do and the policy challenges we face. They are a strong communicator, who can lead team members and deliver on initiatives. They can work on large-scale, complex programs or projects in an ambiguous environment. They bring to the Branch an interest or background in policy development or program delivery - as well as fresh ideas. Our ideal candidate can collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple groups to achieve outcomes, often to challenging deadlines. These may include the ABF, Department of Home Affairs, external partner agencies, international counterparts and industry stakeholders.

 

Our ideal policy candidate would be organised, with strong strategic thinking skills, analytical skills and the ability to maintain and apply awareness of local and global factors that may impact our program of work. They would be committed to working collaboratively to solve problems, someone who can think independently and innovatively, while contributing to reform that will genuinely benefit the ABF's operations on the ground.

 

Our ideal operational program delivery candidate would have significant experience in air or sea cargo or a similar operational environment. They would be committed to delivering the sea cargo trials securely and safely within defined timeframes. They would be adept at managing program risks and issues within an operational environment. Our ideal candidate would have good experience in stakeholder management and a desire to contribute to reform that will genuinely benefit the ABF's operations on the ground.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

Specific duties/responsibilities (policy roles)

  • Manage program and project activities to achieve results in a complex environment, while managing multiple high profile priorities. This may include facilitating stakeholder input, and monitoring and documenting progress against timeframes and key performance metrics.
  • Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance the ABF's reform agenda, policy interests and program delivery.
  • Communicate clearly through high quality written products tailored to the audience, and confidently deliver messages verbally. Written products may include cabinet submissions, new policy proposals, ministerial and senior executive briefings.
  • Contribute to strategic policy developments including drafting specialised advice on highly complex and sensitive legislative and policy matters.
  • Exercise judgement and seek guidance and advice when required.

 

Specific duties/responsibilities (operational program delivery roles)

  • Manage program and project activities to achieve results in a complex operational environment, while managing multiple high profile priorities. This may include facilitating stakeholder input, managing risks and issues, and monitoring and documenting progress against timeframes and key performance metrics.
  • Work closely with stakeholders and operational colleagues to gather and document trial data for a future funding submission.
  • Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance the ABF's reform agenda, policy interests and program delivery.
  • Communicate clearly through high quality written products tailored to the audience, and confidently deliver messages verbally.
  • Exercise judgement and seek guidance and advice when required.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 27/11/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page 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 – 134708 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

 

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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.

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