EL2 Director Ecosystem Reform

Full time

Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian.

A new role awaits

Are you enthusiastic about government policy and delivery and making changes to systems that improve the lives of people with disability? We have an exciting leadership opportunity available in the Ecosystem Reform and Governance (ERG) Branch as EL2 Director Ecosystem Reform.

The Ecosystem Reform and Governance (ERG) Branch leads the NDIA's involvement in reforms to the disability ecosystem. The ERG Branch provides analysis and advice to inform and influence the development, negotiation and delivery of future-state intergovernmental agreements and programs that interact with the NDIS, ensuring these reforms restore the intent and integrity of the NDIS while enhancing outcomes for people with disability. The ERG Branch also coordinates whole-of-Agency engagement in the governance structures and processes that drive and enable reform, including the Disability Reform Ministerial Council (DRMC), Commonwealth Budget process, and secretariat support to the NDIA Board.

*Please note – Affirmative Measures provisions are also open for this position. The affirmative measure positions are to improve employment opportunities for people with disability and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Australian Public Service.

Where you can add valueThe EL2 Director Ecosystem Reform is responsible for driving progress on key reforms recommended by the NDIA Review and the Disability Royal Commission. You will drive these reforms to support participant needs, who interface with mainstream systems, including justice, child protection, health, housing, education and transport systems. Our participants, Our people, Our purpose

Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian.

A new role awaits

Are you enthusiastic about government policy and delivery and making changes to systems that improve the lives of people with disability? We have an exciting leadership opportunity available in the Ecosystem Reform and Governance (ERG) Branch as EL2 Director Ecosystem Reform.

The Ecosystem Reform and Governance (ERG) Branch leads the NDIA's involvement in reforms to the disability ecosystem. The ERG Branch provides analysis and advice to inform and influence the development, negotiation and delivery of future-state intergovernmental agreements and programs that interact with the NDIS, ensuring these reforms restore the intent and integrity of the NDIS while enhancing outcomes for people with disability. The ERG Branch also coordinates whole-of-Agency engagement in the governance structures and processes that drive and enable reform, including the Disability Reform Ministerial Council (DRMC), Commonwealth Budget process, and secretariat support to the NDIA Board.

*Please note – Affirmative Measures provisions are also open for this position. The affirmative measure positions are to improve employment opportunities for people with disability and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Australian Public Service.

Where you can add valueThe EL2 Director Ecosystem Reform is responsible for driving progress on key reforms recommended by the NDIA Review and the Disability Royal Commission. You will drive these reforms to support participant needs, who interface with mainstream systems, including justice, child protection, health, housing, education and transport systems.

You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of tasks, including, but not limited to:

• Developing policy analysis and advice in partnership with the DSS and other Commonwealth departments
• Influencing design and decision-making of reforms to the disability ecosystem.
• Ensuring team performance and reporting requirements are met within legislative timeframes.

Enough about us, let's talk about you

Our ideal candidate will bring a spark of innovation to our team and will be confident to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. They will have extensive and proven experience government policy and delivery as well as knowledge of evidence based best practice in delivery of disability supports. Leadership experience and skills with an innovative approach that will inspire their team members to strive for the best outcomes are highly desirable. They will have demonstrated experience in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with external and internal stakeholders at all levels to drive positive business outcomes. If this sounds like you and you are passionate about delivering significant structural reforms, we encourage you to apply.

In line with NDIAs values and mission, all applicants should have a positive and contemporary attitude towards people with disabilities and a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of disability and its impact on individuals.

Your NDIA Experience

We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while were based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own.

You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians. You will have access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements as well as working conditions that support a positive work life balance.

While this role is ideally performed from ACT - Deakin, NSW - Surry Hills, NT - Darwin, QLD - Brisbane, SA - Adelaide, TAS - Hobart, VIC - Geelong, VIC - Richmond or WA - Perth, remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered.

A merit pool will be established that may be used to fill similar positions (ongoing and non-ongoing) within the next 18 months

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

Applications for this role close at 11:30PM (AEST) on 30 June 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Matthew Curtis on or email

With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting.

NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.

RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process.

The health and safety of workers, Participants and other visitors in our offices is our highest priority. Some roles within the National Disability Insurance Agency are covered by government Health Orders or Directives that require mandatory vaccinations.

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is an independent statutory agency. Our role is to implement the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which will support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. The NDIS will mean peace of mind for every Australian - for anyone who has, or might acquire, a disability.

Our priority is to ensure people with disability continue to get the support they need. The changes that are required to existing disability support systems are significant. Arrangements are being made to ensure the scheme can be introduced gradually, ensuring a smooth transition for people with disability and support providers. Read about the trial and roll out.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is an independent statutory agency. Our role is to implement the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which will support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. The NDIS will mean peace of mind for every Australian - for anyone who has, or might acquire, a disability.

Our priority is to ensure people with disability continue to get the support they need. The changes that are required to existing disability support systems are significant. Arrangements are being made to ensure the scheme can be introduced gradually, ensuring a smooth transition for people with disability and support providers. Read about the trial and roll out.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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