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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 Canberra, Brisbane, Hobart, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and Darwin.
The key duties of the position include:The Role To exercise a considerable degree of independence in a leadership role. They will have in-depth knowledge of the Project Management function and be responsible for the development, implementation, compliance, and review of policies and procedures relevant to their work within that function. They will engage in complex to very complex problem solving and issues management and may coordinate and perform detailed or sensitive projects that affect strategic, political, or operational outcomes for Defence.Accountable to plan, lead, and manage a range of human and physical resources and exercise the associated people and financial responsibilities to achieve business outcomes. You will manage a team and develop and implement work plans, set performance indicators, and review individual, team, and business performance.Oversee the accurate and effective communication of the project strategy and key program artefacts to all relevant stakeholder groups, including industry where appropriate.Maintain contemporary knowledge of project deliverables and represent the Director at forums the Director is unable to attend.Maintain contemporary knowledge of Defence strategic direction and supporting artefacts; legislative, financial, and administrative frameworks; and government decision-making processes and regulations to ensure programmatic compliance.Analyse project gaps and opportunities, establish options in consultation with relevant stakeholders, and provide recommendations to the Director.About our Team The DSED is part of the Military Systems Division in the Defence Digital Group (DDG). DSED will support the end-to-end uplift of the Defence Secret Environment, delivered through a major program of works. Its delivery will be the most significant uplift to the Defence Secret Environments Information and Communications Technology Capability, ensuring Defence is ready to fight and win in the digital age.
The work environment is dynamic and diverse with a strategy-led approach to shaping, delivering, and sustaining Defence's technology landscape in a faster, more agile way. Our team is a collaborative, integrated workforce of ADF and APS.
DSED invests in its people to ensure everyone has the opportunity to work with great leaders and teams in a dynamic workplace. Every area in Defence has its own unique traits to offer, and DSED presents experiences and opportunities you simply will not get anywhere else.
Our Ideal Candidate We are looking for enthusiastic people who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment to lead the delivery of ICT solutions in key areas such as:
ApplicationsCyber & DataInfrastructureNetworksA person who has experience in Project Management and/or the ability to apply Project Management methodologies, in particular Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to their work area.
We are looking for leaders and future leaders. Experience in governance, scheduling, scoping, risk and issues management as well as finance management are desirable. Qualifications in IT, Project Management, Cyber, and STEM are highly desirable.
Security Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1".
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.
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