Assistant Manager, Executive Level 1, Sovereign

Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Darwin
- Applications close 14 October 2024

**About the Department**:
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
**About the team**:
The Sovereign Capability & Supply Chains (SCSC) Division supports Australian industries to be sustainable, resilient and help them grow to reach their full potential. The Industry Participation and Major Projects Participation Branch is responsible for key Government initiatives and policies including the Australian Industry Participation (AIP) policy and supporting the AIP Authority as a Regulator, the Major Projects Facilitation Agency, the Buy Australia Plan and the emerging responsibilities through Future Made in Australia legislation and implementation.

The Industry Participation Policy team is responsible for policy and the implementation of the Commonwealth Australian Industry Participation (CAIP). CAIP is a procurement and grant connected policy that seeks to maximise opportunities for Australian businesses to have full, fair and reasonable access to subcontracting for large projects that have Commonwealth investments and procurements. We are a geographically located and diverse team that champions flexible working arrangements and we value your whole self. We work with Commonwealth entities and project proponents and State and Territory counterparts under a National Framework. We also manage the department’s relationship with, and funding to, the Industry Capability Network Limited.

**What’s in it for you?**:
We are looking for a motivated, creative and responsive person to join our team. An interest in evidence-based policy reform and implementation is valued. You will grow and learn by working closely with industry, Australian Government agencies, state and territory agencies, and various Australian Government agencies.
- is a high performing, flexible leader with an eye for detail.
- has experience working with and maintaining positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders both internally and externally.
- has a proven ability to manage and provide clear direction to staff.
- able to manage workflow priorities for the team and model sound decision making.
- a genuine desire to work on uplifting departmental integrity culture.
- experience distilling complex information and thinking strategically to prepare evidence-based policy advice.
- experience or demonstrated ability in leading a team to deliver on strategic priorities.
- policy experience in any of industry participation/capability, major infrastructure projects or other related topics would be an advantage.
- Prior experience with delivery of regulatory functions and/or project management is desirable but not essential.

**What you will do**:
EL1 Assistant Manager duties are shared in the team and include:

- Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring for junior staff.
- Help shape strategic thinking and direction for the team.
- Interpret, draft and review policy advice, including minutes, briefings and reports for the Executive and the Minister.
- Oversight and manage a sub-team responsible for handling all CAIP enquiries and assessments, including monitoring and reporting on progress and escalating issues.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with a range of stakeholders with an interest in AIP policy.
- Generate new ideas approaches and strategies, and continue implementation on a range of business improvements currently underway
- Represent and promote the views of the agency at cross-agency meetings and other forums.
- Manage and implement a Governance strategy, Monitoring and Evaluation strategy, and support collection of evidence to contribute to policy advice and measure its effectiveness.

**Eligibility**:
**Notes**:
The department offers flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy can be based nationally (preferably where the department has other staff located ), offering flexible or remote work arrangements. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

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