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Learn how a merit list or pool may be used
Applicants 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 or pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Canberra.
For more information about Merit Lists or Merit Pools please go to APSC's website - The APS Merit Principle.
The Role
The Directorate of Defence Stocktaking is seeking a dynamic leader to perform the role of the Deputy Director overseeing the General Assets Assurance function.
You will provide managerial leadership, stakeholder engagement, resource management, and staff support to seven regionally based teams across Australia.
The position requires your experienced leadership, advanced communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and an ability to drive and enhance performance through cooperative relationships and strategic planning.
You will have excellent judgement with a high level of strategic thinking, leadership, and support skills in managing a geographically diverse team that is responsible for the delivery of Defence General Asset Assurance activities.
The position reports against the performance and progress of the Defence General Asset three-year stocktake program, reviews and updates procedural documentation, and works toward the delivery of effective outcomes while ensuring the accuracy of the Defence financial statements.
About our Team
The Directorate of Defence Stocktaking works closely with Defence Group and Service Tier 3 Logistics Compliance and Assurance representatives, Defence Finance Group (DFG), and external stakeholders to deliver efficient and effective asset assurance services, support, and reporting both within Defence and as part of whole of Government requirements.
Our work includes coordination and execution of General Asset assurance activities for all Groups and Services within Defence, working with DFG to clarify asset assurance requirements, updating Defence's Fixed Asset Register, and reporting outcomes to internal and external stakeholders over the three-year reporting cycle.
Our asset assurance team members deliver nationwide services from offices in ACT, NSW, QLD, NT, WA, SA, and VIC.
Our Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience in complex writing, the ability to analyse statistical data, and a proven ability to quickly assimilate organisational context and objectives to contribute to the strategic outcomes of the Joint Capabilities Group.
The position works within a framework of legislation, established principles, work practices, and procedures in accordance with Defence's business objectives.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and/or experience within the logistics asset assurance fields or have the ability to quickly gain this knowledge, and will be responsible for the development, implementation, compliance, and review of policies and procedures relevant within that function.
Strong supervisory skills are essential, and an understanding of the APS reporting framework is necessary to fulfil the duties.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake occasional interstate travel to engage with the teams, conduct stakeholder engagement, and provide high-level stocktaking and assurance activity guidance at working groups and forums.
Security Clearance
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1."
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 .
Getting to know the Department of Defence
The 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 .
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