Flexible and hybrid working arrangements may be considered in line with EA and business requirements.
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 in Deakin, Geelong, Richmond.
A new role awaits
Looking for a challenging and rewarding career journey in the field of ICT? The Scheme Digital Platforms Branch is currently seeking to fill an EL1 Assistant Director Scheme Corporate Systems position, within the Chief Information Officer Division.
The Scheme Digital Platforms (SDP) Branch shapes and delivers innovative, responsive, sustainable, and practicable solutions for the National Disability Insurance Scheme to serve its stakeholders including participants, providers, staff, and partners. The Scheme Digital Platforms Branch drives continual service delivery improvements to meet stakeholders' evolving needs with a strong focus on accessibility.
Our ideal candidate is an experienced people leader with an innovative approach that will inspire their team to strive for the best outcomes, who thrives operating as part of a team, and has a strong record of delivering outcomes. You will have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain networks and experience in developing high-level written reports and briefing materials. You will be organised, proactive, and able to excel in a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities. Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with external and internal stakeholders at all levels to drive positive business outcomes is pivotal to be successful in this position.
In line with NDIA's values and mission, all applicants should have a positive and contemporary attitude towards people with disabilities and a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of disability and its impact on individuals.
The key duties of the position include:The EL1 Assistant Director Scheme Corporate Systems will be responsible for working collaboratively within NDIA business areas and managing a team that develops market approach documentation, evaluates tenders, and negotiates contracts. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of tasks, including, but not limited to:
Assisting the Director with overall team strategy and planning.Assisting the Director in leading large scale OCIO tender processes, including the detailed NPP, 1st Pass and 2nd Pass business cases, procurement plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies, such as the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs).Overseeing the administration of the program governance, supporting risks and issues controls, and providing reports for key stakeholders.Leading an integrated approach, identifying procurement requirements early in the process, including supporting the planning activities within the wider team.Managing regular policy and process reviews for continuous business improvement that benefit the business clients and improving procurement business partnership.Directing enquiries for response from appropriate areas and providing the Program Director and Branch Manager with advice on responses.Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.
NotesWhile this role is ideally performed from ACT - Deakin, VIC - Geelong or VIC - Richmond, remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 18 months may be offered. A merit pool will be established that may be used to fill similar positions (ongoing and non-ongoing) within the next 18 months.
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 National Disability Insurance AgencyThe NDIS provides funding to eligible people with disability to gain more time with family and friends, greater independence, access to new skills, jobs, or volunteering in their community, and an improved quality of life. The NDIS also connects anyone with disability to services in their community. This includes connections to doctors, community groups, sporting clubs, support groups, libraries and schools, as well as providing information about what support is provided by each state and territory government. The NDIS now supports over 500,000 Australians with disability to access the services and supports they need. This includes supporting approximately 80,000 children with developmental delay, ensuring they receive supports early so that they achieve the best outcomes throughout their lives.
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