EL2 - Director, Norfolk Island Team

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development Full time

Career Opportunities:
EL- Director, Norfolk Island Team

Requisition ID

45272

  • Posted $139,418
-$166,758

  • Location of Position (1)
  • Non-Ongoing
  • Full Time


Position Classification(s) (1)EL Director, Norfolk Island Team ,
Norfolk IslandTitle:

EL- Director, Norfolk Island TeamClassification(s):

Employment Type:

Business Division:
TerritoriesBranch / Section:Norfolk Island, NI OperationsLocation:Norfolk Island

Security Clearance:
Baseline Vetting
Job Reference No:45272

Contact Officer:

Kynan Gowland on or Date:Our Department ValuesOur values set the direction for what it means to work in our department.

They inform the standard and expectations of behaviours, skills and capabilities and the attributes we currently have, will continually work to achieve and develop, and that we use to acknowledge and attract, retain and recruit into our department.

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTIQ people.

The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women's progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have availableWe are seeking candidates who are outcomes driven, accountable and future focused to fill the role of On-Island Director, Norfolk Island Team Section for an initial period of 12 months with the possibility of extension.

This position plays a critical role in leading the section that has the responsibility for managing Commonwealth Assets on Norfolk Island, including the Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area (Kingston) the school, health facility, police station and ports, and number of service delivery agreements on Norfolk Island.

The position plays a critical role in identifying and researching key issues relating to Norfolk Island, supporting stakeholder engagement and community consultation and providing recommendations to Ministers.

The Director plays a key role in providing accurate and informed advice to the Administrator of Norfolk Island. The work is diverse, fast paced and involves engagement across the department and government.

This is a challenging and diverse role and the successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to:

Negotiate and lead the provision of high-quality contracted services;Work with the community representatives and the Island Administrator fostering trusted relationships and demonstrating informed decision making;Develop robust, evidence-based policy and implementation strategies; andCollaborate in a high-pressure dynamic environment and build and maintain productive partnerships and negotiate respectfully and effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.

What will you do?Working under the broad direction of the relevant Assistant Secretary, you will be responsible for:

Leading a team on Norfolk Island to research, analyse and provide advice on a range of issues impacting communities on Norfolk Island, including developing implementation and evaluation strategies.

Deliver complex programs and manage major contracts, including strategic planning for longer term initiatives and/or major investments or procurements.

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with a wide array of stakeholders, including the Administrator of Norfolk Island, Norfolk Island Regional Council, community groups and business, Commonwealth and State Government agencies.

Lead and promote quality administrative decision making consistent with approved delegations.
Provide briefing for the Executive on staffing, expenditure, recruitment, performance management, parliamentary and corporate coordination activities.

Plan and monitor of work processes (including contract management), quality assurance practices and setting of performance indicators for the team.

Work with the Assistant Secretary and colleague Directors to set the overall strategic direction and leadership of the Branch, consistent with the priorities established by the Departmental Executive.


Who are we looking for?To be successful in this role, you will have experience in working in a diverse environment, and also demonstrate the following:The ability to provide strong leadership, be a mentor and develop others to build an effective, high functioning team.

The ability to build productive partnerships and networks across the Department, all levels of government, with the community and service providers, gaining their co-operation and input.

The ability to act decisively based on sound judgement and strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills including the ability to take a strategic perspective and develop long-term plans and solutions.

Experience in policy development skills, including a capacity to look at issues from a range of perspectives, including consideration of options and potential impacts.

The ability to deliver complex programs and manage major contracts on time and on budget, including strategic planning for longer term initiatives and/or major investments or procurements.

Experience in applying established legislation, policy, governance frameworks and guidelines to decision-making in situations that involve complexity and sensitivity.
Well developed oral and written communication skills including the ability to influence and gain acceptance of change.
Experience managing operational functions and/or teams.
Experience working in a remote community, is desirable.
The Director will be based in Norfolk Island and may be required to occasionally travel for work to Canberra.
What else can we offer?Eligibility requirementsEmployment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the

Public Service Act 1999

including:
Citizenship : To be eligible for employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts applicants must be an Australian citizen

Health Assessment :
The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department's preferred medical provider

Security Clearance :
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline Level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.

You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances.

More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website .

How to applyApplications for this opportunity close at


11:59pm AEST Sunday 23 June 2024 .In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria.

Rather, you should provide a statement of

no more than 2 pages

outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role. You should also provide a CV,

no more than 4 pages .

The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the 'Who are we looking for' section.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants.

If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.

Your application should be received through the department's online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.


If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on or via email at to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information, please email

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