Defence is committed to supporting workplace flexibility. Please contact the contact officer for further details.Learn how a merit list or pool may 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 or pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.The key duties of the position include:The RoleAs a Capability Analyst in Defence Digital Group's (DDG) Digital Capability Division (DCD), you will use your leadership, analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to contribute to strengthening Australia's national security through digital capability decision-making.We are seeking highly motivated, resilient and collaborative individuals to join our Division and contribute to our strategic goals. We have multiple opportunities for Capability Analysts and Digital Product Managers, to fill vacancies across Digital Platforms and Lifecycle Branch, Enterprise Digital Capability Branch, and the Digital Capability Support Office.These roles offer a unique opportunity for individuals to join a high-performing team and undertake challenging yet exciting work that will make a direct impact on Defence's digital capabilities. You can expect to critically analyse information, influence and brief senior leaders, solve problems and manage internal and external stakeholders.We have three core priorities: building best-in-class people to support DDG's efforts, underpinned by best-in-class global platforms, supported by best-in-class sovereign capabilities. Our goal is to provide our warfighters the appropriate technologies needed to fight and win in the digital age.This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Agreement (DEA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.About our TeamThe Defence Digital Group (DDG) operates to generate and sustain digital capabilities and effects in order to defend Australia and its national interests. Its vision is a secure, integrated and scalable information and communications environment able to fight and win in the digital age.Digital Capability Division uses established frameworks to develop, adapt and extend digital capabilities. We provide execution of the Chief Information Officer's Capability Manager responsibilities across the capability lifecycle and provide an integrated single point of contact with the business within the agency for digital demand.Digital Platforms and Lifecycle Branch coordinates and manages all end-to-end lifecycle activities supporting digital capability in Defence, which includes planning, developing and implementing modern solutions in sustaining Enterprise ICT products. We will employ a product lifecycle approach to create digital value by supporting Defence technology users with continuous improvement of fit-for-purpose digital products and solutions.Enterprise Digital Capability Branch is responsible for end-to-end capability management and demand management for enterprise digital capabilities. We identify and analyse enterprise digital demand and set priorities. We sponsor and plan all new integrated investment program (IIP) enterprise project activities, incorporating demand into enterprise project plans.Digital Capability Support Office is responsible for the oversight, strategic analysis and guidance relating to end-to-end Digital capabilities, as well as responsibility for digital capability-specific governance.We commit to providing additional professionalisation for the right candidates so you can continue to grow and develop your career.Our Ideal CandidateTo be successful in this role you will be able to:Identify and employ best practice analysis methods, critical thinking and problem-solving skills in order to support the lifecycle management of digital products and platforms.Identify, analyse, isolate and interpret business and stakeholder needs to generate user stories and requirements.Undertake detailed analysis, including gathering information from a range of sources to produce consolidated reports and evidence-based advice to understand and address issues or trends at a program and/or project level.Develop evidence-based recommendations to solve problems or identify opportunities within the program and/or projects.Contribute to the preparation of capability development documentation, including business cases and submissions to government.Build and cultivate constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Lead teams comprising of mixed technical, strategic and analytical skills.Provide high-level secretariat support to all Digital Capability committees, including:Analysing senior committee schedules to determine where there are ICT impacts or impacts to DDG.Managing scheduling and synchronisation of key committees and forums across the Division, Group and department to ensure appropriate accountabilities and responsibilities are being applied.Coordinating governance arrangements, including maintaining the Committee Charter and work plans.Coordinating meeting arrangements, drafting briefs, agendas, papers, minutes and managing actions arising.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 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.
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