Assistant Director Engagement, Eastern Group The NSW regional office, located in Nowra is looking for an Assistant Director Engagement for a key leadership position within the ENSW Branch Leadership Team. This position includes delegated authority and responsibility to resolve issues and risks across wide-ranging activities. The Assistant Director Engagement works with a considerable degree of independence, under broad direction from the Director.
They are responsible for planning and delivering aspects of the branch work program, reporting on progress against performance and quality indicators, and ensuring that performance measures for the team are met. The Assistant Director Engagement contributes to the development of branch strategic plans and leads the development of business cases and project plans for new initiatives.
The role provides expertise across a broad range of activities including customer service delivery, policy development, and project management. Key responsibilities include:
Driving the implementation of branch strategic planning, through close engagement with key partners, stakeholders, and internal colleagues. Developing effective strategic partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders including First Nations peoples, community partners, businesses, and organisations. Managing stakeholder expectations of the NIAA work program, priorities, and program changes, considering local and cultural sensitivities and stakeholder business imperatives. Leading and supporting employee performance and contributions to regional results. Demonstrating high-level capability and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate has a strong personal commitment to working with First Nations people for positive change. They must understand and appreciate the strengths and opportunities of governments working together to realise community aspirations and goals.
They will be knowledgeable about the key issues faced by First Nations peoples and have sound judgement, professionalism, and the capacity to work flexibly and responsively to achieve results. They will be committed to creating a culturally safe workplace by fostering an environment where the concept of culture and how it influences the workplace and interactions is understood.
Our ideal candidate is someone who invests in a team's success and champions multiple perspectives while encouraging continuous cultural learning and professional development. They will be a team player with a broad skillset who brings work and life experience and an ability to motivate and inspire the team. Additionally, candidates will have the ability to:
Communicate with influence and effectively manage relationships with internal and external partners, stakeholders, and service providers. Adopt a principled approach, adhere to the APS Values and Code of Conduct, and exemplify personal integrity and drive at all times. Manage competing priorities and workloads, often within tight timeframes. Work collaboratively and operate as an effective team member leading teams to deliver the NIAA's work program. Oversee the development, coaching, and mentoring of staff. Achieve quality outcomes even in difficult circumstances. Negotiate persuasively using high-level communication skills. Explore possibilities and innovative alternatives. What We Offer: We have exciting work with real purpose. We support the aspirations of First Nations Peoples—it's our driving force. Our work is transformational; you can follow your passion, shape your career, and make a difference. We value our employees —they're the heart of our Agency. Employees are supported and empowered to build their career. We are a diverse, inclusive, and passionate workforce with an emphasis on continuous cultural learning and tailored professional development. Our work relies on strong and trusted relationships — we build partnerships by being authentic, sharing information, and giving honest feedback. We collaborate with communities across Australia, all levels of government, and many other invested stakeholders. Eligibility Requirements: To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen. The occupant must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected) level security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level. The successful candidate will be required to be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check. How to Apply: If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application through the NIAA Careers Page by 11:30pm 22 December 2024 AEDT.
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