Deputy Australian Statistician (SES Band 3) Full time Attractive remuneration package will be negotiated We are seeking an established and inspiring senior leader from the public, private or community sector to join our Executive Leadership Group.A vacancy exists for a Deputy Australian Statistician of the ABS' Data and Statistical Practices Group. This role reports to the Australian Statistician. You will have four direct reports, leading over 1,100 staff, located across Australia (we have offices in each capital city and Geelong). You will be responsible for a range of functions that: source the data we use to produce statistics and insights; develop new methods of working with data to produce statistics; make data available to users through a range of channels; and develop and manage critical statistical infrastructure. This role also leads ABS' pivotal contribution to governing and advancing the broader APS data ecosystem and spearheads ABS international engagement.You will also lead substantial transformation of key aspects of ABS work, including modernisation of how we source data from households and business to provide a contemporary digital-first experience, and how we produce key statistics on household income, wealth and expenditure.As an SES Band 3 officer, you are responsible for contributing to the leadership of the ABS through active involvement in executive decision making, representational activities and working collaboratively to provide strategic leadership and drive a culture of high performance. You will be working with the Australian Statistician and other Deputy Australian Statisticians who form the Executive Board, providing executive leadership for the ABS. In addition, you will be setting and leading the strategic direction for your part of the business. Your qualities, experience, and skillsWe will assess you on your ability to:bring your high level statistical and data knowledge and experience to leadership of your Group and consideration of strategic opportunities and challenges facing the ABSlead change, manage risks, and drive innovationlead people, drive high performance, and build capabilitydemonstrate conceptual and analytical skills, strategic thinking, and sound judgementdeliver in an environment that involves deadlines and a commitment to qualityengage effectively with clients and ability to design solutions with the client at the centreunderstand and respond to the changing data and technology landscapeUnderstand the implications of government priorities for the ABS.Knowledge and senior leadership experience in data and statistics, preferably in a government setting, is a requirement for this position.How to applyThis process is being managed on behalf of ABS by Executive Intelligence Group.To apply, complete an online application form. Please note the job reference number is 934.Your application should include a CV and a statement of claims (a short 'pitch' of no more than 1,000 words). Your pitch should refer to the qualities, experience and skills listed above and tell us why you are the ideal person for this role and the ABS. Please include specific examples and achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform this role. In addition to submitting your CV and a statement of claims (or 'pitch') you will be required to fill in some additional fields in our online application form. These include areas such as key areas of expertise, major achievements, staff management and budget management.Applications close at 11:30 p.m. AEST Thursday 18 July 2024.The ABS is Australia's national statistical agency, providing trusted official statistics on a wide range of economic, social, population and environmental matters of importance to Australia.The ABS also has an important leadership role, coordinating statistical activities and collaborating with official bodies in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistics. This assists in maximising the value of government investment on these activities, and ensures outputs are fit-for-purpose.The ABS statistical programs are supported by service areas which deliver assistance and advice on statistical methods, data and metadata management, information technology, client management, dissemination, human resources and other corporate services. The ABS also has an important coordination function with respect to the statistical activities of other official bodies, both in Australia and overseas.The ABS is Australia's national statistical agency, providing trusted official statistics on a wide range of economic, social, population and environmental matters of importance to Australia.The ABS also has an important leadership role, coordinating statistical activities and collaborating with official bodies in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistics. This assists in maximising the value of government investment on these activities, and ensures outputs are fit-for-purpose.The ABS statistical programs are supported by service areas which deliver assistance and advice on statistical methods, data and metadata management, information technology, client management, dissemination, human resources and other corporate services. The ABS also has an important coordination function with respect to the statistical activities of other official bodies, both in Australia and overseas. Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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