Executive Level 1 - Assistant Directors, Finance, Procurement And Budget Policy

Through these roles you will consolidate a credible record achievement in:

Applying whole-of government policy and frameworks
Providing procurement and grants advice – including guidance that complies with departmental policies and procedures, the Commonwealth Resource Management Framework
Supporting the preparation of complex strategic policy, budget and financial management advice to portfolio Ministers, the Cabinet, and other Commonwealth agencies to inform Government decision-making and the approach to policy implementation
Effective stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills
Assisting the Australian Government to consider Foreign Affairs and Trade portfolio proposals in collaboration with the Department of Finance, the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, and the Treasury
Strong organisation and project management skills.

For some roles the following qualifications or specialist skills are desirable:

Qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
A Diploma/Cert IV in Procurement and Contract Management
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Knowledge of, or ability to acquire knowledge of IT Systems associated with budget and procurement management (for example: SAP and CBMS).

DFAT is committed to hire people with a diverse range of professional experiences and academic qualifications and provide them with a supportive environment and opportunities to learn and grow. We will consider candidates who are in the process of acquiring relevant qualifications.
Successful candidates will be supported to deliver their role with on-the-job learning, formal learning opportunities and a collegiate and collaborative workplace culture.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
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