Director | Full-time Temporary

2 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Details

: The Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (CMTEDD) leads the public sector and works collaboratively both within government and with the community to achieve positive outcomes.

Policy and Cabinet is a dynamic, agile and strategic division that provides advice, support and direction across the ACT Public Service on complex policy matters, incorporating a central agency strategic and coordination role in strategic planning, infrastructure planning, social and economic policy, spatial planning, regional policy and engagement, government accountability and cross-government regulatory reform.

The Office for Climate Action is leading the coordination and delivery across government of initiatives on emissions reduction, resilience, and adaptation to climate change. There is a variety of work that includes in-depth legislative reform, higher-level central agency policy advice, and representation at various cross government fora. The role supports the Minister for Climate Action, the Head of Service, and the Coordinator-General for Climate Action.

The Director will work as part of a small team to support the Coordinator-General for Climate Action with coordinating and integrating action across Directorates to deliver the Government’s climate change agenda. They will also be responsible for undertaking specific project work to advance that agenda.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply. .

Eligibility/Other requirements: Qualification/s in in a relevant discipline are highly desirable, with post-graduate qualifications preferred.

Notes: This is a temporary position available for a period of three months commencing 28 October 2024. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 12 months. This position currently operates in a hybrid capacity which includes working from home and in office under an activity-based working environment with unallocated desks when in the office. Selection may be based on application and referee reports, interviews may not necessarily be held.

How to apply : Please review the Position Description for details about the role and associated responsibilities. Suitability for this position will be assessed on your demonstrated Skills, Experience, Knowledge and Behaviour in relation to the duties/responsibilities listed in the Position Description.

Please submit the following:
A two-page pitch that tells the selection committee about your ability to perform the advertised role (knowledge, experience, skills, behaviour) and why you are the best person for this role. The pitch should:

Show that you have the capabilities in the “What you Require” section of the Position Description including Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, and Behavioural Capabilities. Demonstrate your capacity to perform the duties and responsibilities detailed in “What You Will Do” at the specified classification including examples of how you have done this in the past. Tell the panel how your abilities, ingenuity, experience and qualifications make you the best person for this role.

Applicants must submit a current Resume including details of work history (roles, timing, responsibilities and achievements), qualifications and two referees including their contact details.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button below.

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This is a temporary position available for a period of three months commencing 28 October 2024.



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