First Assistant Secretary, Government Division
1 week ago
Location:
Barton, ACT
Application Closing Date: 16-Feb-2023
Classification
Employment Type
Ongoing & Non-ongoing (For a period of up to 18 months)
Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for an initial period of up to 18 months, with possibility of extension up to a maximum period of three years.
A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.
Flexible Work
Flexible working arrangements will be considered
The Opportunity
The role leads and manages a key departmental function, providing advice and support to the Prime Minister and his Office in relation to legal policy and management of the Executive Branch of government.
The role is responsible for:
- shadowing justice policy matters across the APS;
- provision of policy advice associated with national honours and medals;
- oversight of Freedom of Information (FOI) and Privacy functions for the Department;
- co-ordination of legislative processes across government, as well as the day-to-day operations of the Parliamentary chambers;
- policy advice relating to machinery of government changes; and
- management of the Executive Branch, (including appointment of ministers and advice around ministerial conduct).
In addition to directly supporting the Prime Minister and the Department and providing oversight over justice policy matters, the Government Division works across the APS on a wide range of matters, engages with the Office of the Official Secretary to the Governor-General as well as with Members and Senators in Parliament House, and their senior staff.
A merit pool may be established and used to fill the same or similar vacancies for 18 months from the date of advertising.
A key attribute necessary to be successful in the role is the sound ability to provide advice to government that reflects analysis of a broad range of issues and takes into account the whole of government agenda.
Related to this is the ability to identify emerging trends, identify long-term opportunities and aligning organisational operations with strategic priorities balancing organisational requirements with desired whole of government outcomes through a joined up approach.
Legal experience or previous experience overseeing a legal or related policy e.g. legislation, FOI is desirable.The occupant of this position is considered an Officer under the
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011_ and is required to exercise due diligence in complying with their obligations under this Act.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen.
Security Clearance Required
Negative Vetting Level 2 (Top Secret)
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