GAZ - EL1 - ACT - Assistant Directors

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 135705

Location

ACT 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $110,788.00 and $129,928.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time 

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements considered 

Contact Officer

Jason Flanagan - on 02 6256 5392 or jason.flanagan@homeaffairs.gov.au 

Applications close on 03/12/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

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

.About our team

DS Executive | Strategic Policy | Strategy and Budget

The Strategy Branch provides cross-cutting advice that shapes high-level policy outcomes and drives the strategic direction of the Department. Our focus is on providing senior executives and ministers with integrated, forward-looking advice that tackles long-term strategic challenges and seizes emerging opportunities for the Portfolio.

Working across the portfolio and with key Government stakeholders, we connect diverse areas to identify key trends, address priority issues, and develop innovative solutions. We work closely with partners across Government to ensure alignment with broader Government priorities. The Strategy Branch also builds strategic policy and foresight capabilities across the department, helping articulate a clear direction for the Portfolio.

Our dynamic, rewarding work provides a strategic view of Government priorities and a deep understanding of core processes, offering valuable experience that can be leveraged across the public service. We foster a supportive, resilient team culture where collaboration is key.

Flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours, can also be considered to support work-life balance.

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

Our ideal candidate

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to a small team and are committed to building an inclusive workplace and fostering a positive, energetic and supportive work culture.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to establish productive relationships both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated capacity to be self-driven, resilient and work under broad direction to develop and implement complex policies, which are aligned to Government and Department strategic priorities.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to undertake complex research and analysis to provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging opportunities or risks and respond quickly and proactively.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead the development of strategic policy, including undertaking research and analysis to identify trends and emerging issues
• Supervise, guide and mentor staff in their work and support them to achieve outcomes and build capability
• Lead engagement with a broad range of stakeholders, including consultation with internal and external stakeholders across all stages of the policy development process.
• Manage staff to deliver high level, complex and/or sensitive policy documents, briefings and submissions for senior executive and ministers
• Maintain an awareness of policy work being undertaken in other relevant work streams and across the APS to identify interrelationships and impacts.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 03/12/2024 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 – 135705 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 Negative Vetting Level 1 (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.