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Chief Operating Officer Canberra ACT
As a key member of the PWSS executive, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will lead essential enabling services which allow the agency to function efficiently and effectively and deliver on its priorities. The COO is responsible for overseeing the agency's corporate functions including financial, legal, data, human resources, security, property and facilities, and communications and media. In leading these functions, the COO supports effective delivery of business outcomes, enhances organisational performance, and supports the overall strategic objectives of the PWSS. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 including relevant guidance and frameworks.
The COO works to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and provides high level advice to the Chief Executive Officer and other key stakeholders. Informed by a keen sense of risk, and with the PWSS reputation front of mind, the COO plays a critical role in shaping the organisational culture, governance and operation strategy. This role requires an effective leader with a proven ability to work collaboratively. To be successful, you will demonstrate a strong strategic focus and have excellent stakeholder relationship skills.
The key duties of the position include: Lead the PWSS corporate functions including finance, legal, data analytics, human resources, security, property and communications and media. Play a critical role in the strategic direction of the agency and support the PWSS to achieve its corporate objectives. Ensure the corporate governance structure is effective, efficient, fit for purpose and reflective of best practice. Drive an organisational focus on risk management including by embedding effective risk management practices into PWSS operations. Manage the shared services arrangements that enable PWSS corporate functions with a focus on high quality corporate services and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Collaborate with business areas and stakeholders to establish requirements and priorities and apply these insights when delivering or enhancing corporate functions. Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS) unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. Successful applicants will be required to undergo the process to obtain and maintain or continue to hold the required security clearance level for the role as indicated. All staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance prior to commencement. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a mandatory National Criminal History check. The Parliamentary Workplace Support Service believes that a diverse and inclusive workplace, where people can bring their authentic whole self to work each day, is critical for supporting cultural change in Commonwealth parliamentary workplaces. We strongly encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Knowledge and experience with government accounting policies. Proven senior leadership experience in building organisational capabilities and sustainability. Extensive knowledge of contemporary business management approaches and strategies. Relevant qualifications will be highly regarded. Getting to know the Parliamentary Workplace Support Service (PWSS) The Parliamentary Workplace Support Service (PWSS) is an independent, trusted HR and support service. We partner with Parliamentarians and their employees to achieve cultural change within Commonwealth Parliamentary Workplaces (CPW). With us, you will undertake meaningful and rewarding work. The PWSS provides a wide range of human resource services for Parliamentarians and their staff including work health and safety services, recruitment support and advice on general employment matters, development, and delivery of bespoke training, coaching and education. In addition, the PWSS provides 24-hour independent and confidential support services for all Commonwealth parliamentary workplace participants.
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