El1 International Engagement Assistant Director

Centrally located, 6-month contract with immediate start

**To be considered for this role you will need to be an Australian citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance at the Baseline level or higher.**

**Your new company**:
A fantastic opportunity awaits at this Department, as they seek an experienced EL1 International Engagement Assistant Director to join their team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the robust biosecurity system, ensuring the proper regulation of export and import certifications, and diligently monitoring compliance with import and export legislation. This 6-month contract position offers an exciting platform to demonstrate your resilience and ability to thrive in a challenging environment.

**Your new role**:
As the Assistant Director your responsibilities will include:

- Identifying and spearheading initiatives focused on international matters that span multiple areas, ensuring alignment with departmental strategies
- Provide expert guidance to divisional staff on international issues that cut across various aspects or involve the whole of government, ensuring a consistent and cohesive approach
- Develop strategic products targeting diverse audiences to shape and effectively communicate the division's international engagement priorities and processes.
- Prepare comprehensive advice, briefings, and written materials for senior executives
- Proactively identify risks, uncertainties, and stakeholder needs, tailoring communication accordingly to provide guidance and mitigation strategies that support offshore activities
- Identify opportunities to streamline and improve business management systems and processes within the division, aiming to implement best practices and enhance operational efficiency.

**What you'll need to succeed**:
Leveraging your wealth of expertise acquired through a notable career in the Federal Government, your exceptional skills will play a vital role in attaining success. Thriving in this position requires demonstrated resilience and a remarkable ability to excel in a demanding and constantly evolving environment. Essential skills and capabilities encompass:

- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, accompanied by the capacity to deliver well-researched and thoughtful advice on policy matters.
- Proven ability to influence, negotiate, analyse, plan, and oversee intricate and potentially sensitive activities.
- Aptitude for identifying continuous improvement opportunities to enhance the knowledge base of the section, branch, and/or division.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, including the ability to provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff, while fostering a positive team culture.
- Substantial experience in an international engagement role, encompassing the preparation of advice, briefing materials, and reports.
- Track record of providing comprehensive advice across all organisational levels and effectively collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate resolutions.

**What you'll get in return**:
This rewarding opportunity will shape a promising future for your Federal Government career. Joining this centrally located department will grant you a multitude of benefits and advantages, including:

- Immersion in a dynamic and collaborative work environment
- Access to enriching professional development opportunities
- Enjoy the convenience of being in close proximity to various local amenities, such as gyms and shops, fostering a well-rounded and convenient work-life balance.

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