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Assistant Secretary, Senior Executive Service Band 1 – Various Roles - AMD

SeniorPart-timeHybridCanberra ACT, AustraliaProfessional servicesPosted 3 months agoVerified 2 days ago
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About the job

The Assistant Secretary position within the Department of Finance offers an exciting opportunity for high-calibre senior leaders to shape strategic direction and deliver impactful outcomes. This job plays a crucial role in providing authoritative advice, managing risk, and representing the department in various forums. The team values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture.

You'll be responsible for

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Setting strategic direction

Setting and delivering the strategic direction for the branch, ensuring alignment with departmental and whole-of-government priorities, and contributing to strategic planning, reform initiatives, and transformation programs.
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Providing high-level advice

Providing high-level, evidence-based advice to senior executives and senior stakeholders on complex policy, financial, operational, and governance matters.
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Leading program development

Leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex and often sensitive programs, policies, and initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant governance, regulatory, and legislative frameworks.

Key criteria

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Strategic leadership experience

Proven experience setting and delivering strategic direction in government contexts.

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High-level advisory skills

Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based advice on complex policy matters.

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Stakeholder engagement expertise

Experience building relationships across government, industry, and community sectors.

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5 criteria for this job
Strategic leadership experience
Proven experience setting and delivering strategic direction in government contexts.

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High-level advisory skills
Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based advice on complex policy matters.

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Stakeholder engagement expertise
Experience building relationships across government, industry, and community sectors.

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Program management background
Experience leading the development and evaluation of complex programs and policies.

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Team development skills
Proven ability to build high-performing teams through coaching and mentoring.

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