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 anywhere in Australia.The key duties of the position include:The RoleAs a Chapter Lead in the Defence Digital Group (DDG), you will be a leader with deep knowledge in a technical profession and experience in coordinating and coaching teams for large transformational projects with a strength in financial management.You will be responsible for leading a team of Chapter Members who will be embedded in project teams but report to you as their line manager. You will guide Chapter Members' professional development, align how they work, and build credibility with senior leaders. This is a "player/coach" role, where about a third of your time will be spent on project delivery and the remaining two-thirds will be dedicated to managing and supporting Chapter Members.Through your subject matter expertise and commitment to professional development, you will foster world-class technical skills within your Chapter and serve as a promoter of new ways of working. You will maintain and develop your own expertise, bringing the latest thinking to your work, and empowering others to spread knowledge throughout the Group.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.As part of DDG, the Digital Capability Division and Military Systems and Enterprise Systems Divisions plan, deliver, and enhance ICT capabilities that meet Defence's needs and ensure Defence is ready to fight and win in the digital age.The Chapter Lead – Project Cost & Finance will work alongside other Chapter Leads in the Program Management Office Branch to deliver capability within the Military and Enterprise Systems Divisions. The Program Management Office increases productivity by:Building proficiency.Matching our resources with the right skills to the right work at the right time.Continually improving how we work so that outcomes are consistently delivered on-time, within-budget, and to-scope.We commit to providing additional professionalisation for the right candidates so you can continue to grow and develop your career. We will also provide mentorship and coaching to ensure you reach your potential.Our Ideal CandidateAs a Chapter Lead, DDG places great emphasis on you being an energetic leader who blends deep domain expertise with a passion for coaching and developing people. You will have outstanding communication skills and an ability to successfully motivate and influence staff at all levels of the Organisation – from team members to senior leaders. You will bring an ability to effectively enact change in our complex digital organisation.To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:Proven track record of leading costing activities for business cases and large projects in complex organisations.Ability to manage finances for large programs and/or projects.Deep experience as a workplace coach and developing individuals and teams to grow professional and technical skills.Ability to drive outcomes and execute on complex delivery initiatives.Advanced communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and initiatives, work and influence senior leaders and be approachable.Extensive experience in resource planning and allocation, and ability to adapt to changes in priorities rapidly.Knowledge in the application of agile ways of working.A desire to lead change and adopt new ways of working.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/recruitabilityGetting 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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