Assistant Managers, Executive Level 1, Business Grants Hub - Adelaide, Australia - Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Description

• Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth, Hobart
• Applications close 23 April

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.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.

Please see the APSC's APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the Business Grants Hub

The Business Grants Hub and Integrity Division is comprised of three branches:

• Business Grants Hub - Internal Programs Branch
• Business Grants Hub - External Programs Branch
• Integrity Branch

The Business Grants Hub is responsible for establishment and management of granting programs in partnership with other Commonwealth departments. Grants play a critical role in:

• supporting growth in businesses and industries
• fostering research and innovation
• strengthening communities
• helping the environment
• providing emergency relief.

Working closely with policy agencies to ensure successful delivery of outcomes across government, the Business Grants Hub supports streamlining of government grants to improve business interactions and service delivery.

We provide an end-to-end grant delivery service using a national network. To support this holistic approach our internal structure includes program delivery as well as core enabling functions.

The Design and Liaison team and Program Planning and Design teamwork with Commonwealth agencies to co-design grant opportunities, provide strategic advice and briefing on grants and develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with our stakeholders.

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate will be highly motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate will have the following skills, capabilities, and experience:

• proven experience in, or the ability to quickly gain an understanding of, grant design, delivery, or management
• leadership experience including experience in developing and managing staff and building teams to deliver high quality outputs
• excellent written and oral communication skills and strong ability to negotiate
• strategic perspective, an eye for detail and ability to drive work
• excellent organisation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• a flexible and adaptable approach and comfortable in working in a changing environment.

Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people, and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.

What you will do

As a member of the team, you will work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment to undertake the following core functions of the team:

• establish, manage, and maintain strong relationships with policy partners and other stakeholders
• engage with policy partners early in the design process to inform the development of new policy proposals and costings
• shape, influence and negotiate program design and delivery with other members of a multi-disciplinary project team
• monitor progress against key deliverables to ensure that programs are launched and delivered on time, in consultation with stakeholders
• work with other teams across the department to develop and review shared templates and processes to achieve continuous improvement
• provide quality program, service and technical advice and expertise
• manage quality in drafting and reviewing grant program documentation
• lead and manage a small team that may be geographically dispersed, including establishing expectations, scheduling, and reviewing work and managing improvement initiatives
• support, mentor, and coach members of the team to develop their capability, build a positive and productive culture, and facilitate the production of high-quality work.

Candidates with transferrable skills across the above functions are strongly encouraged to apply. Our teams provide a supportive environment to assist you with learning the specifics of the role.

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

This recruitment process is being used to fill permanent, ongoing Executive Level 1 roles. Applicants will be assessed in line with the Australian Public Service Work Level Standards for these roles.

A merit pool will be established to fill future Executive Level 1 vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette. Candidates rated as suitable (but not immediately selected) will be placed on a merit list for potential future employment with the department.

Positions are available nationally however you will need to be able to attend our office locations. The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

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:

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 750 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).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact or if you require assistance with your application.

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Caitlin Gaven on or via email on