Assistant Director, Secretariat

3 days ago

Canberra, Australia Australian Government Full time

Executive Level 1
- Canberra, ACT
- $115,996 - $128,200

**About the Department of Education**
We contribute to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning.

This opportunity is available to **ongoing Department of Education employees** as a:

- Permanent Transfer at Level
- Temporary Transfer at level for up to 12 months
- Temporary Performance Loading for up to 12 months

Noting this job was advertised as a
**Temporary Opportunity on APS Jobs**, this opportunity is also available to
**ongoing APS employees** as a:
**_Please discuss the possibility of release with your manager before applying._**

**The Role**
The Internal Audit and Risk Section provides the secretariat function for two high level governance committees, the Audit and Assurance Committee (AAC) and Risk, Security and Governance Committee (RSGC). The committees provide independent advice to the Secretary and Executive Board on the appropriateness of the department’s accountability and control framework regarding financial and performance reporting; systems of risk oversight and management; and system of internal control.

Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit and Risk, the Assistant Director will lead the Secretariat function for the committees. This role manages high-level relationships and communications with independent committee members and departmental officers, organises meetings and supports the committees, and drafts and coordinates briefing. This position will provide committees with high level secretariat and administrative support including:

- Implementing and delivering governance arrangements, including maintaining terms of reference and forward work plans
- Delivering meetings, drafting agendas and minutes, drafting and coordinating briefing papers and managing actions arising
- Undertaking and leading high-level administrative tasks and logistics that support business operation, including inbox management, records management and meeting management.

**Skills and Capabilities**
We are seeking individuals with the following skills and capabilities:

- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to maintain strong and effective relationships with committee members and departmental officials.
- Ability to work independently, attention to detail, sound judgement, critical thinking skills, initiative to identify emerging issues and risks, and ability to identify solutions.
- Ability to set priorities and ensure quality outcomes.
- Good communication skills and experience providing high quality customer/client service.
- Procurement and contract management experience and knowledge is desirable.
- Experience in a Secretariat or Governance role is desirable.

**Eligibility**

**How to Apply**
- Provide a summary (no more than 500 words) that outlines your skills, knowledge, and experience and why you should be considered for this vacancy. You should take into consideration the position overview (including any detailed position specific requirements) when drafting your response. Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
- Upload your Resume
- Provide contact details for 2 Referees.

Please refer to the
**Job Information Pack** for more information about the role.

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