Defence is committed to supporting workplace flexibility. Please contact the contact officer for further details.
Merit list/pools and how they will be usedApplicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months.
This merit list/pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Campbell.
The RoleThe Assistant Director Enterprise Web works across all streams of effort within the Enterprise Web Directorate to deliver web projects, services, and governance for stakeholders. Their objective is to ensure quality user experiences and build organisational capability within Defence.
The Assistant Director also works closely with content owners distributed across Defence, providing advice on audience engagement and steering the development and delivery of web solutions. They will have the ability to understand audience needs and business objectives, prioritising operational activities to deliver fit-for-purpose web experiences.
The Assistant Director will use their expertise to harness opportunities to improve the experiences of Defence web audiences, both internal and external. They will contribute their technical, design, and business knowledge to the continuous improvement of the enterprise web environment, guiding the efficient and effective delivery of web projects.
About our TeamEnterprise Web is in the Enterprise Transformation Branch in the Enterprise Transformation and Governance Division.
Enterprise Web is a team of web experts, including web developers, web content and audience engagement strategists, web content publishers, and training providers. The team works collaboratively, with a mindset of continuous improvement and sustainability, to optimise the user experience of Defence websites and support the efficient delivery of web communication.
Our Ideal CandidateThe Assistant Director will be a confident leader of people, capable of managing difficulties, celebrating successes, and building a culture of inclusion and respect within their team.
They will have extensive experience designing and building solutions in the Drupal content management system, a commitment to web standards, the ability to develop information architecture and produce content, and experience with wireframing and prototyping digital solutions.
The Assistant Director will be responsible for audience and admin data analysis to provide evidence-based insights and recommendations regarding content performance, search engine optimisation, quality assurance, and standards compliance.
They provide strategic and operational leadership related to the governance and efficient management of the immense Defence enterprise web environment, including the monitoring of the Defence Web Policy and web training programs.
Security ClearanceApplicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Baseline Vetting" level.
RecruitAbilityRecruitAbility 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 Getting to know the Department of DefenceThe Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army, and Air Force to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists, and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment, and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers.
#J-18808-Ljbffr