Advisers, Industry, Infrastructure and Environment Division Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet The Industry, Infrastructure and Environment Division (II&E) is looking to fill EL1 Adviser positions. Vacancies are available immediately and over the course of 2024. II&E offers fascinating work on issues that matter and prides itself on its culture. The content is diverse, the work is fast and meaningful, and the people are great. We work together to solve problems, strive to make a difference, lean into tough issues, focus on what matters most, and respect and support each other. We liaise closely across Commonwealth agencies and with others, working together to get things done. EL1 Advisers play a key role in II&E's small teams, working across a wide range of portfolios and policy, including: climate change, energy, infrastructure investment, transport, regions and cities, communications, the arts, industry, science, agriculture, the environment and water, and resources. EL1 Advisers play a leading role in the analysis and advice teams develop and provide to the Prime Minister and the Cabinet on policy development and program delivery. II&E works in the centre of government decision-making, providing advice to support Commonwealth Budget and Cabinet processes, legislation, and other Parliamentary processes. A merit pool may be established and used to fill the same or similar vacancies for 18 months from the date of advertising. Our Ideal Candidate Your key skills, experience and attributes will include: Strategic leader – demonstrated initiative, astute judgement, and the ability to operate under broad direction, often in ambiguous or uncertain situations. Support EL2s to lead small teams and deliver big things - with a sense of humour, a focus on wellbeing, positive team dynamics, and on developing staff capability and confidence. Ability to quickly build relationships and establish rapport – flexibly managing diverse stakeholders, views and sensitivities, to collaboratively deliver the highest priorities. Strong verbal and written communication – trusted to engage and brief Senior Executives, offices or Ministers; able to conduct courageous and influential conversations respectfully. Can critically engage with highly complex proposals – confident engaging in detail and strategy to form a view and constructively improve consideration of advice and options. Problem solving – can apply intellectual rigour, deep expertise and experience, and pragmatism to engage with challenges with resilience and integrity to help drive solutions. Subject matter knowledge of some relevant policy portfolios is desirable but not essential. What We Offer Agile, respectful, dynamic, and inclusive workplace; Attractive remuneration package including generous employer superannuation contributions; Exciting and fulfilling work at the heart of government, contributing to improving the lives of all Australians, with career development and networking opportunities difficult to find elsewhere; The opportunity to work with strong, smart, visionary and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests and expertise and achieve your ambitions. We embrace flexible working practices including working from home and specially designed offices to enable flexible working approaches through spaces designed to accommodate a range of working styles (whilst at all times adhering to social distancing principles and appropriate hygiene practices). PM&C staff apply flexibility and activity-based principles to work, allowing them to choose where and how they work in an open space, while using integrated technological solutions. This type of working supports increased communication and collaboration, and encourages agility and innovation. To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen. The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level. The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application through the PM&C Careers Page by Sunday 5 May 2024 at 11:30pm AEST. Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
