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Senior Systems Analyst (Client Digital Systems)

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 134854

 

Location

QLD; 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 

 

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements available 

 

Contact Officer

Kelly Tomkies on 07 3136 7284 

 

Applications close on 05/12/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill up to 2 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months. 

 

About our team

 

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | ICT Division | Visa Citizenship & Digital Systems | Client Digital Systems

 

The Visa, Citizenship & Digital Systems (VC&DS) Branch provides the digital environment to enable the effective and efficient delivery of Visa and Citizenship programs.

 

We do this by providing high quality expertise and knowledge in digital system design, development of lodgement and decision-making systems, and support for business needs.

 

We also provide enterprise services for system-to-system integration, system quality assurance and testing.

 

VCDS has undergone a large transformation to deliver projects using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology. The Scale Agile Release Train launched in 2023, consists of 11 ICT delivery teams which are comprised of ICT and business staff. The composition of the teams has been carefully constructed to provide the most reliable delivery with a balance of senior and junior staff. Client Digital Systems (CDS) is one of these 11 ICT delivery teams.

 

The Client Digital Systems (CDS) Section develops and supports the applications used by clients to lodge applications and requests with the Department.

 

The Section also develops and supports presentation systems to display information to clients about their applications, requests or outcomes.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

The Department is looking for people who enjoy working in a rapidly evolving and forward-thinking environment. With a focus on innovation and progression, our ideal candidate will help to maintain and further develop our innovative processes. Whilst working in the Department you will be exposed to cutting edge technology as well as training resources that can fast track your professional development, allowing you to excel within and outside of the Department. The successful candidates will be self-driven and seek to directly influence the key outcomes of the organisation.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

The Senior Systems Analyst will undertake either senior and/or lead role in the execution of a range of activities and tasks related to:

  • Producing technical requirement and technical design documents that match functional requirements to technical solution.
  • Undertaking review and feedback of complex technical solutions and design, considering broader architectural and strategic direction.
  • Prioritising and managing work packages to deliver on time, to expected quality standards and as per scope, within a highly integrated and fast paced environment.
  • Interrogate, investigate and troubleshoot existing systems identifying opportunities for value creation.
  • Contributing to staff capability development and review the quality of work undertaken by others, exercising initiative to inform change, coaching and quality assurance

 

Additional information

 

  • Must have professional skills and experience working in a systems analyst role (minimum three years); and/or
  • Previous experience working within an IT project environment (minimum three years)
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, consultation, coaching and liaison skills
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Strong understanding of the ICT functions
  • Previous sound understanding and experience working on medium to large scale ICT projects
  • Previous experience working in Agile projects including experience in and/or exposure to SAFE and Kanban.  - Desirable.
  • Experience and knowledge of the following tools desirable: ADO, SQL, Visio, XML,SharePoint (or similar).

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 05/12/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

Statement of Claims

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a statement of claims response document (one page in total) addressing the following capabilities:

  • Contributes to strategic thinking

  • Achieves results

  • Supports productive working relationships

  • Display personal drive and integrity

  • Communicates with influence

  • Demonstrates professional or technical proficiency

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 134854 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:

 

 

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.

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