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Workforce Strategist

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 135816

 

Location

ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; VIC 

 

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 considered 

 

Contact Officer

Melanie Ferreira on 02 8862 6203 

 

Applications close on 24/11/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

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

 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer Group | People Division | People Strategy & Engagement | Workforce Reform

 

Workforce Reform are part of the People Engagement, Planning and Innovation Branch in the People Division. The Branch is responsible for the design and delivery of the Department's overarching people and workforce capability strategies to ensure the workforce is equipped and supported to deliver on its business objectives that contribute to the broader Departmental outcomes. Workforce Reform are drivers of the people experience, and we help to navigate the future of work. Our success takes time because our impact is enduring.

 

The Workforce Reform section is comprised of 4 portfolios:

 

The APS Reform and Future of Work portfolio is the central point of contact for APS Reform and guides the broader department to adopt and operationalise a range of APS Reform priorities and initiatives, to drive continuous improvement, strengthen capability and help to build an outwardly engaged department.

 

The Employee Engagement and Action portfolio is responsible for undertaking people related employee engagement via the Survey Framework to help the Department better understand employee experiences, across the entire employee lifecycle. This enables action to be taken in the right areas and measurement of results for maximum impact. The survey framework complements the APS Employee Census and includes our traditional approach to pulse surveys, exit surveys, and candidate surveys.

 

The Employee Experience portfolio takes an 'outside in' approach to understanding the employee journey, identifying key moments that matter and designing an experience that enables empowerment and engagement. This portfolio has carriage of Employee Value Proposition, workplace culture initiatives, such as Culture Hub, national and local charities, Workplace Giving program and provides the Secretariat function to Leadership and Culture Advisory Council. We also administer the Flexible Work Playbook.  

 

The Workforce Strategy and Programs portfolio develops innovative and strategic workforce solutions and initiatives through targeted people and workforce strategies and plans, aimed at enhancing workforce capability and consequently operational resilience and performance.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

We are looking for a HR Professional who is passionate about making a difference and enjoys working in a rapidly evolving and forward-thinking environment. You will drive change and be at the forefront of HR practice and delivery. If you are proactive, innovative with a proven track record of success and can nurture stakeholder relationships, bring your vision and help us to continue influencing section outcomes to build a thriving, high-performance culture.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Working under limited direction to conduct research to understand the global and organisational context to develop workforce solutions to achieve objectives
  • Develop HR strategies to enable the delivery of organisational priorities
  • Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders on a range of HR Strategy matters
  • Contribute to the improvement of business processes
  • Display a thorough understanding of, and ability to display data literacy principles, concepts methods and practices
  • Communicate with diverse audiences in a variety of written, visual and oral formats
  • Supervision, development and managing the wellbeing of a team.

 

Additional information

 

Eligibility

 

  • Fulfil the Agency's minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process
  • Satisfy a probation period (if applicable).

 

Relevant qualifications and experience are highly regarded.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 24/11/2024 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 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 – 135816 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:

 

 

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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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