About the Department 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 regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening 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.
About the team 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.
We do all of this in a supportive and friendly environment, harnessing diversity across our teams, collaborating with policy areas and other agencies. We value innovative thinking, initiative and teamwork. We have a flexible work environment, with teams in a range of cities.
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 opportunity We 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 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 value Strong strategic thinking skills and judgement, and an ability to influence outcomes Ability to guide a team to balance and deliver multiple, concurrent projects Well-developed stakeholder management skills, with a strong client focus Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including communicating complex analytics in a clear and compelling way for a range of audiences An interest in using systems, technology and data to improve advice Experience in developing and building organisational infrastructure Ability to promote a curious, collaborative, connected and caring culture in your team Initiative 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 development Project management, particularly in relation to scoping and delivering client-focused analytical projects in the public or private sector Coordination and government processes (eg Cabinet, legislative). What you will do The key duties of the position include:
Managing a small team to deliver cross-cutting analytical projects that draw input from across the division/department Assessing and triaging project requests, and working with policy areas to scope and deliver selected projects Influential 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 guidance Mentoring and developing junior staff, building capability and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration Co-ordinating divisional input to a range of policy processes, ensuring a comprehensive and cohesive view. Eligibility 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.
Notes A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette. The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is Canberra, Sydney or Brisbane based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Application information Your 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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Contact Information For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Kate Penney on or via email on
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