Aps 6 - Ministerial and Parliamentary Officers

2 weeks ago

Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

$85,607 - $97,790 (plus Super)
- Russell - ACT

**The Role**
An exciting opportunity exists to work close to the strategic centre of Defence and in direct support of Defence’s portfolio Ministers, at a time when Defence is navigating a highly complex strategic environment.

Defence’s Ministerial, Parliamentary and Cabinet Branch is looking to fill a number of (APS 6) level vacancies across several teams within the branch.

We are looking for enthusiastic, high performers who want to work across a range of Ministerial, Parliamentary and Cabinet roles, in a branch that operates as the centre of Ministerial and Executive support coordination activities across Defence.

**About our Team**
The Ministerial, Parliamentary and Cabinet Branch:

- Partners with internal and external stakeholders to deliver effective and timely Ministerial and Executive support and coordination services;
- Facilitates the successful workflow of Ministerial products and Parliamentary items between the Department and Minister’s Offices including briefings, submissions and Question Time Briefs;
- Provides training and support to PDMS users across the Department;
- Provides bespoke Executive support to the Top Four executives;
- Engages with Parliamentary committees to coordinate the Department’s involvement in inquiries and provides oversight of related items to ensure they meet the quality and timeliness standards of our Ministers, the Secretary and the Chief of the Defence Force;
- Supports the Departments’ appearance at Senate Estimates by compiling briefs, managing Questions on Notice and supporting witnesses at the hearings;
- Is the central coordinating team for Defence Cabinet matters;
- Provides portfolio support to Defence Portfolio Ministers and their staff; and
- Delivers strategic planning and reporting to support provision of advice and the preparation of high-level, high quality Ministerial and Parliamentary products across the defence enterprise.

To be successful in these roles, you will:

- Demonstrate adaptability and resilience in the face of changing and competing priorities;
- Thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where no two days are the same;
- Have an eye for detail and the ability to think strategically;
- Enjoy building and maintaining relationships with a range of stakeholders at all levels to achieve positive outcomes;
- Demonstrate well developed verbal and written communication skills and employ sound judgement at all times;
- Demonstrate a learning mindset and a willingness to guide and mentor others;
- Have a good level of computer literacy with the ability to learn how to use multiple Defence systems;
- PDMS skills are desirable;
- Have an interest in Government and politics (or a desire to develop one);
- Make a positive contribution to the culture of our branch and demonstrate principles of good management and leadership in driving the delivery of outcomes.

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