Ongoing & Non-ongoing for an initial period of up to 12 months, Flexible working arrangements will be considered APS 5,APS 6 Woden, ACT; Brisbane, QLD; Darwin, NT; Perth, WA and Melbourne, VIC Location: Woden, ACT; Brisbane, QLD; Darwin, NT; Perth, WA and Melbourne, VIC Application Closing Date: 21-Nov-2024 Classification APS 5,APS 6 Employment Type Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for an initial period of up to 12 months) This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the NIAA delegate.
Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 12 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of two years.
A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.
Flexible Work Flexible working arrangements will be considered The Opportunity We are seeking officers to support a range of roles across the Agency including supporting and enabling the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic, social and economic policies.
Officers will have the opportunity to work in areas including, and not limited to: Policy and Programs Operations and Delivery Enabling Services We work in partnership to deliver our services and require people that are resilient, flexible and able to work together as one team to design and implement new ideas and ways of working that address the unique needs of individuals and communities across Australia.
We operate in a complex and constantly changing environment which presents a number of opportunities and challenges.
We are committed to anticipating and responding to these trends proactively to ensure we continue to provide the greatest benefit to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Depending on the role, duties may include: preparation and delivery of tailored evidence-based strategic policy advice program management including delivery and evaluation grants administration and management community engagement project and change management corporate and enabling services These roles are fast-paced, dynamic and present an exciting opportunity for someone with curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Through this recruitment process, we will fill roles on an ongoing and non-ongoing basis (for up to 12 months).
We have a number of immediate and future vacancies that may arise.
The merit pools established will be drawn upon to fill policy and program roles over the next 18 months.
Our Ideal Candidate To be successful in these APS 5 roles, you will display the following: strong written and verbal communication skills ability to draft briefs, reports, correspondence and other communication materials perform evidence-based research and analysis initiate and maintain stakeholder relationships, collaborate and facilitate cooperation to achieve positive outcomes contribute new ideas and innovation to improve operations, policies and programs deliver work that supports First Nations Peoples and communities display self-awareness, cultural capability and foster respect and inclusion in the workplace commitment to continue to develop cultural competency in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
promote and demonstrate the APS values, code of conduct, and the NIAA values and behaviours.
In addition to the above, the APS6 applicants will also display the following: prepare written communication materials with limited guidance lead and manage and complete projects and work deliverables and be proactive in identifying issues and contributing to their resolution identify and implement business improvement activities always with consideration of risk contribute to the Agency's strategies and reform initiatives, including helping others connect how your work aligns to Agency plans and objectives management and leadership of a small team and/or mentoring and supporting junior staff demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.
Identified Position This position is Identified which signifies that the role has strong involvement in matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This position is required to liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers.
You will require cultural competency, including: understanding of the matters impacting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
demonstrated capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency.
Eligibility To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check.
Security Clearance Required Baseline Vetting (Protected) Contact Officer Timarah Kingston on (02) 6152 3648 or ****** Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.
This includes in your one page pitch and resume.
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