EL 1 - Assistant Director Costing

Salary and Location - $120,303 - $135,701 (plus up to 14.5% Superannuation) - Canberra - ACT The Role The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come. The Finance Branch in Chief Operating Officer (COO) division in ASA is looking to fill a critical vacancy in the Program Cost Team. The successful candidate will assist the Director, Program Costing to lead the program cost estimation functions in support of the Nuclear Power Submarine Program, contributing to ASA objectives. Activities include: - Using life cycle cost estimation methods, risk and uncertainty analysis, and undertaking detailed data modelling to develop estimates for a major acquisition and sustainment program. - Developing cost models within a One Defence (ODCS) context using a range of project artefacts. - Providing considered advice and recommendations on program costs, affordability and risks to senior leaders to support strategic decision-making. - Cost assuring the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of cost information and providing feedback to project stakeholders regarding estimate quality. - Preparing and presenting financial information for Executive Briefs and Cabinet Submissions. - Mentoring and training junior team members. About our Team This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to work that will impact Australia’s strategic and Defence outcomes, and the delivery of a capability that will play a key role in the defence of our country in the decades to come. The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) Program Cost Team, led by the ADG Program Costing, supports the ASA Chief Financial Officer and the ASA Executive through the provision of strategic cost advice and development of cost estimates for the acquisition, sustainment and disposal of nuclear-powered submarines (NPS). The Program Cost Team is a blended team of APS and contracted staff. Please note that due to the nature and system requirements of the role, the successful applicant will be required to work onsite in the Canberra ASA Office. Our Ideal Candidate We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program. - Experience in developing and/or assuring complex program cost estimates and models. - The ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external relationships with a range of stakeholders. - Experience in presenting financial information to senior executives and stakeholders with varying views and objectives. - An eye for detail supported with strong data analysis and problem solving skills. - Effective written and oral communication skills with experience in writing briefs or responding to stakeholder information requests. - A willingness to develop and learn new skills and to mentor junior staff. - Ability to work independently, to tight deadlines and handle highly sensitive information in accordance with security requirements. - The ability to work from Canberra ASA office. Information pack Opens in new window - Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. Notes Note: your personal information provided to the Department of Defence will be stored in the Department’s recruitment system, and will not be deleted if you later withdraw an application. Your application details, including your personal information provided in the application, will be retained as per directions set out in the Archives Act 1983 and Administrative Functions Disposal Authority (AFDA). By choosing to continue, you agree to the following Defence Privacy Policy and Collection Notice Opens in new window #J-18808-Ljbffr