Strategic Writers - Upcoming Opportunities Projects Assured is a Canberra-based consultancy delivering expertise to the market across Management Advisory, Capability Management, and Information Technology Services. We are trusted strategic advisors and proven delivery partners, with an excellent reputation for solving our clients' most challenging business problems.
Our people are pragmatic, energetic, and passionate professionals who bring diverse life experiences to high-performing teams. Filling our Work, Live, and Reward buckets is an important part of who we are. We are empowered by workforce diversity and encourage applications from all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures.
Chartering a successful roadmap for 2024, we invite expressions of interest from seasoned candidates with a background in strategic writing. The work undertaken is in highly sensitive areas and discretion is paramount.
Responsibilities Support the development of capability proposals (business cases, cabinet submissions, and Ministerial briefs). Manage them through the internal committee process for Government consideration. Develop and coordinate committee documentation in support of proposals adhering to internal committee and government requirements. Develop and maintain relationships with project teams, senior executives, internal stakeholders, and central agencies to facilitate support for defence capability proposals. Ensure high level of consistency, quality, and clarity is applied to streamline government consideration of proposals. Translate technical requirements and specifications into compelling narratives tailored to different and diverse audiences. Role Description We are looking for strong candidates that have:
Experience: Intermediate to senior level in defence, particularly in policy, or government relations. Writing Skills: Ability to produce clear, concise, accurate, and timely documentation for government consideration. Analytical Skills: Competence in analyzing and interpreting complex issues and developing documentation for early-stage capability projects. Strategic Management: Ability to manage issues strategically, applying expertise and innovative thinking. Problem Solving: Proactively identifying and resolving issues in consultation with key stakeholders. Relationship Building: Ability to build positive working relationships with stakeholders while managing competing agendas. Resilience: Effectively managing pressure and coping with setbacks. Cabinet Process: Understanding of or experience with the Cabinet process. Financial Literacy: Competence in financial matters. Qualifications We are looking for strong candidates who have/are:
An active AGSVA Negative Vetting 1 or higher. Undergraduate and/or post-graduate degree qualifications, or equivalent work experience recognised by the firm. Qualifications at a PhD level in creative writing or philosophy will be highly regarded. Embody Projects Assured values. What Projects Assured can offer Be part of a prominent medium-sized professional services consulting company. We want YOU to contribute to our next stage of growth. We will fill your Work, Live, and Reward buckets. This is an opportunity to secure a challenging role taking the company through to its next stage of success.
12% Superannuation. 4 x well-being days per year in addition to your leave entitlements to focus on you. A commitment starting at 5 days per year to go towards your professional development goals. Access to a personal goal-setting program. A wide range of social and community activities for you and your family to take part in. A team that is supportive, collaborative, and passionate. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams bring together individuals from various backgrounds, experiences, gender identities, abilities, and perspectives. What unites us is a shared dedication to valuing each person's unique viewpoint and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and a sense of belonging.
Thank you for your application - due to the volume of candidates only successful applicants will be contacted.
Your application will include the following questions:
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