Business Continuity El1 - Canberra, Australia - Australian Secret Intelligent Service

Australian Secret Intelligent Service

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Canberra, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Manager, Business Continuity

Executive Level 1

Salary:
$134, ,080 plus superannuation

ABOUT US
ASIS is Australia's overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Its mission is to protect and

promote Australia's vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by the
Australian Government. Its work can involve collecting intelligence relating to national security,
international relations and economic issues. It also contributes to Australia's coordinated national
efforts against terrorism, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and trans-national issues such
as people smuggling.

ASIS values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful
women, people with disabilities, people that identify as LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds.

All positions are based in Canberra.

WHAT WE OFFER
A competitive salary***A career with a difference making a direct contribution to Australia's national security

A unique working environment where the work is stimulating and our people matter

Ongoing training and personal development opportunities

Ongoing employment with opportunity for part-time or flexible work hours

Generous leave provisions

THE OPPORTUNITY
Looking for an opportunity to develop and manage a robust business continuity function in a dynamic
organisation? Interested in making a difference? Enjoy working with interesting, passionate and
energetic people? ASIS is looking for self-motivated and experienced EL1 officers to manage its
Business Continuity Strategy team.

ASIS employs people in a wide range of corporate roles, including Business Continuity. These roles
require dynamic team players who enjoy working with a diverse range of stakeholders and delivery
teams. ASIS is looking for corporate specialists in who will be able to deliver outcomes and meet tight
relevant business continuity planning experience, coordination and administration skills, strong verbal
and written communication skills and influencing skills.

You will have a proven track record of managing competing priorities and strong stakeholder
engagement skills, including demonstrated ability in coordinating workshops and providing formal
and informal verbal and written briefs to senior management. You will have experience in leading
teams, including team-building and people-development skills.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will lead a team responsible for managing the ASIS Business Continuity program; developing and
supporting the capabilities of ASIS managers to prepare to respond to a business disruption; and
providing the senior executive with assurance on ASIS's capability to delivery essential functions
during and after a disruption. You will coordinate simulations and exercises to test and assess business
continuity across the Service. You will manage the workload of your team, including management of
team performance. You will also have significant stakeholder engagement and relationship
management responsibilities within ASIS.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
One or more of the following will be highly regarded:
Relevant tertiary qualifications;
Practical experience in delivering Business Continuity function key activities;
Experience in risk and change management;
Ability to manage ambiguity.

We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you are excited about this role

SELECTION CRITERIA

Shapes Strategic Thinking

Inspires a sense of purpose and direction;
Focuses strategically;
Harnesses information and opportunities; and
Shows judgment, intelligence and common sense.

Achieves Results

Builds organisational capability and responsiveness;
Marshals professional expertise;
Steers and implements change and deals with uncertainty; and
Ensures closure and delivers on intended results.

Cultivates Productive Working Relationships

Nurtures internal and external relationships;
Facilitates cooperation and partnerships;
Values individual differences and diversity; and
Guides, mentors and develops people.

Exemplifies personal drive and integrity

Demonstrates public service professionalism and probity;
Engages with risk and shows personal courage;
Commits to action;
Displays resilience; and
Demonstrates selfawareness and a commitment to personal development.

Communicates with Influence

Communicates clearly;
Listens, understands and adapts to audience; and
Negotiates persuasively.

Job Specific Requirements
Demonstrated experience and education relevant to the role.

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants will be asked to submit a maximum 800 word pitch outlining their skills and experience
for the role on offer along with a comprehensive resume detailing their work history.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
Monday 11 September 2023

ELIGIBILITY
clearance.

**REASONABLE AD