Manager, Executive Level 2, Strategic Projects and CoordinationFull time
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regionsInvesting in science and technologyStrengthening the resources sector.The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.
The Analysis and Insights Division has an expansive remit that includes topics such as evaluation, industry policy, technology, innovation, competition, productivity, resources and the transition to net-zero. We provide influential analysis, insights and advice, build cutting edge models, develop new data sources and engage across the Australian Public Service, industry, academia and society to support high-quality public policy.
To support the growing need for more rapid, project-based, analytical work in the department, we are creating a new Strategic projects and coordination team. The team will deliver cross-cutting analytical projects, lead a transformation in how the division delivers projects and co-ordinate policy input across the division.
The opportunityWe are looking for someone to build and lead our new Strategic projects and coordination team that will collaborate widely to deliver influential, high-quality analysis for the department. You will manage a team that will scope, lead and consult on a mix of rapid and medium-turnaround projects on topics spanning a range of the breadth of the Department's responsibilities, including different industries and sectors.
You'll also drive transformation in the way the division delivers projects by enhancing and building our organisational infrastructure including data sources, models, frameworks, tools and templates.
What's in it for you?We have high performing teams and a culture that supports individuals to take ownership of their work, grow and succeed. This includes access to on-the-job training, learning and development opportunities and access to opportunities for further studies.
You will have a high degree of access to senior executives and daily opportunities to build networks within the Division, Department and APS, and a platform to demonstrate strategic leadership and capability building at an organisational and APS-wide level.
Our ideal candidate will have:An ability to apply economic frameworks to analysis on a range of policy topics in a dynamic environment, with a clear understanding of how to deliver valueStrong strategic thinking skills and judgement, and an ability to influence outcomesAbility to guide a team to balance and deliver multiple, concurrent projectsWell-developed stakeholder management skills, with a strong client focusExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including communicating complex analytics in a clear and compelling way for a range of audiencesAn interest in using systems, technology and data to improve adviceExperience in developing and building organisational infrastructureAbility to promote a curious, collaborative, connected and caring culture in your teamInitiative and a can-do, positive attitude.Qualifications or experience in the following will be highly regarded:Economics, particularly in the application of economics and other frameworks to policy developmentProject management, particularly in relation to scoping and delivering client-focused analytical projects in the public or private sectorCoordination and government processes (eg Cabinet, legislative).What you will doThe key duties of the position include:
Managing a small team to deliver cross-cutting analytical projects that draw input from across the division/departmentAssessing and triaging project requests, and working with policy areas to scope and deliver selected projectsInfluential representation of AID and DISR in IDCs, internal working groups and external seminars.Creating efficiencies by standardising work across the division, for example, by building out procedures, templates and guidanceMentoring and developing junior staff, building capability and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaborationCo-ordinating divisional input to a range of policy processes, ensuring a comprehensive and cohesive view.To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens. Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Application informationYour application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
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