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HR Innovation & Governance

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 138376

 

Location

SA; ACT; NSW 

 

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

Christina Tsoubarakis on 08 7421 7074 or christina.tsoubarakis@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 11/06/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 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 SA; ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer Group | People Division | People Engagement Planning & Innov | HR Innovation & Governance

 

The HR Innovation and Governance section sits within the People, Planning, Engagement and Innovation Branch of People Division.  HR Innovation is a co-design, collaboration and enabling area, using consulting methods and leveraging industry practices to drive business improvement initiatives across HR functions to meet current and future workforce challenges.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

Are you a dynamic and innovative professional who thrives in navigating unfamiliar and changing situations?  We are seeking an ideal candidate who can effectively manage such environments with a high degree of innovation.  You should have the ability to work with limited direction, bringing experience in consulting and evaluation practices and problem-solving through innovative applications.  This role requires managing complexity and scale of problems that vary based on the initiative.  If you are passionate about applying solutions to business problems using a blend of existing policies and new approaches, we would love to hear from you.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Collaborate with People Division leadership and teams to drive and deliver end-to-end high quality strategic projects that not only meet client needs but also apply consulting methodologies to analyse current state business functions, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend innovate, industry informed solutions to complex challenges
  • Apply structured problem-solving techniques to policy, procedures and organisational challenges, facilitate co-design workshops and interviews, analyse data and deliver meaningful results
  • Develop products such as current & future state mapping, user journeys, detailed briefs and recommendation reports and information product packs
  • Manage and develop a small team, particularly in supporting expertise in consulting and strategic thinking
  • Manage client relationships and skilfully engage with key stakeholders to influence outcomes.

 

Additional information

 

Highly desirable skills/capabilities:

  • Demonstrated research and analysis skills to inform strategic environmental scanning and evidence-based decision making
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR, business, research or related field, particularly where they support expertise in consulting, co-design, and strategic HR practices
  • Communicate with excellence in both technical and non-technical audiences inside and outside the department, demonstrating a strong stakeholder relationship building ability.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 11/06/2025 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 – 138376 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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