National Crisis Exercise and Lessons Capability Assistant Director

3 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Astralian Government Department Of Home Affairs Full time

About the Role:


This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Director in the National Crisis Exercising and Lessons Capability Section.



About Us:


The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is a single, accountable Commonwealth authority that delivers a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk, planning, preparing for, responding to, and recovering from all hazards across the emergency management continuum.


We work closely with local communities, as well as state and territory Governments, to deliver the best outcomes for communities across Australia.



Key Responsibilities:



  • Manage the delivery of crisis exercise and/or lessons projects and programs
  • Lead a high-performing team
  • Develop knowledge of Australia's crisis and emergency response architecture
  • Drive effective exercise and/or lessons management
  • Represent NEMA in national-level planning groups
  • Engage with state, territory, and industry stakeholders
  • Support reporting and evaluation activities


Our Ideal Candidate:


We are looking for a forward-thinking leader who can see the bigger picture, push boundaries, and devise creative solutions to complex problems.


Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as are stakeholder engagement and project management skills.


Our ideal candidate will be passionate about assisting the Australian community, delivering effective and compassionate emergency response support, and driving long-term preparedness measures and lasting recovery efforts.



Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment:


To be eligible to work with NEMA, you must be an Australian citizen, satisfy the Agency's minimum requirements, obtain and maintain the required AGSVA clearance, satisfy a probation period, and undergo a health assessment (if applicable).



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