Project Director, Australian Defence Consulting Expert

7 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a high-performing leader with experience in consulting to lead strategic consulting projects within Defence's newly established internal consulting function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of end-to-end high-quality strategic consulting projects that meet client needs.
  • Shape Defence's approach to internal consulting, providing thought leadership and proposing innovative ideas and solutions.
  • Deliver market-quality work with a Defence DNA, combining the best of private sector consulting approaches within the Defence context.
  • Develop and implement methods and tools for the Australian Defence Consulting team.
  • Drive the upskilling of people across Defence and coach and develop team members to enable them to have highly successful careers.

About Our Team

The Australian Defence Consulting team has been established to deliver internal consulting services for the Department of Defence.

Our Vision

Australian Defence Consulting aims to combine the best of private sector consulting practices with Defence expertise and culture, driven by a commitment to the mission of Defence.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • Leadership experience in a consulting services environment and the ability to motivate and inspire teams to deliver excellence.
  • Experience building high-performing organisations with a positive culture.
  • Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Skills in structured problem solving with experience providing apprenticeship to teams to develop problem-solving skills and proficiency.
  • A track record of delivering complex consulting projects and client deliverables to the highest quality and outcomes.
  • A demonstrated commitment to sharing knowledge, expertise, and developing capability.
  • The resilience to deliver results and manage expectations in ambiguous, high-pace work environments.
  • A passion and commitment for Defence's mission and outcomes.
  • High levels of integrity and a commitment to act in accordance with the APS and Defence Values and Behaviours.

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