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Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR)

Multiple Opportunities, Executive Level 1, Research and Development Tax Incentive Branch
Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) Commercialisation
Research and Development Tax Incentive

Vacancy VN-0731518

Job type: Full-time, Part-time, Ongoing

Various locations: ACT, NSW, QLD, WA, SA, VIC, TAS

Salary: $113,231 – $120,249

Classification: Executive Level 1

Position number: 0090_10/23

Security clearance: Baseline

Applications close: Sunday, 12 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.industry.gov.au/

Duties: As an Assistant Manager, you will:

Perform a leadership role, operating under broad direction and exercise a considerable
degree of independence
Develop and implement work plans that provide strategic direction for the work area
exercise sound decision making and judgement, taking into account wider Branch and
Division implications, to write and present clear and succinct arguments, advice and
reports
Confidently engage with and influence key stakeholders in industry and across the
department, to help deliver mutually beneficial outcomes
Manage your time effectively, demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn and
accept guidance, respond positively to uncertainty and shifting priorities
Continually evaluate your performance and actively consider ways to adapt and
improve, assist others in the team to do the same
Provide a significant contribution to innovation, the continuous improvement of the
team and the broader workplace.

Position contact: Emily Hodges

Telephone: 0428 669 754

Department of Defence

Director – Travel Policy
Department of Defence
Defence Finance Group
Budgets and Financial Services

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing

Location: Canberra, ACT

Salary: $129,391 – $155,309

Classification: Executive Level 2

Position number: DFG/09815/23

Security clearance: Baseline Vetting

Applications close: Sunday, 05 November 2023

Apply online: https://defencecareers.nga.net.au

The role: Defence Travel Policy (DTP) manages a large strategic program to streamline and
improve the future of travel administration within Defence; including travel policy, systems,
tools, and guidance. The Future of Defence Travel program is a complex multifaceted
strategy to move to a consistent, simple and clear approach for all travel, and to improve the
overall travel experience for Defence Travellers.

In addition to steering the strategic direction of DTP, you will lead the team to undertake the
following:

Travel policy development, maintenance and updating supporting material: engage
with stakeholders to research and develop policy improvements; update and/or create
guidance and tools to support the effective administration of Defence travel.
Lead the team to respond to complex travel policy queries to support Defence
Travellers: including monitoring and maintaining an accurate log of queries, to
identify and implement business process improvement that will improve the
administration of Defence travel. Preparation of written correspondence to support
Defence travel: Executive briefs, reports and submissions; secretariat function to the
Defence Travel Board; and project progress reports.
Whole of Australian Government (WoAG) travel contract management: maintain
effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support
Defence travel; monitoring, measuring and reporting supplier performance;
identifying and communicating improvement opportunities; and support all
stakeholders to meet Defence travel requirements.
Lead and support the DTP team, Group and Division to meet their deliverables within
the nominated timeframes and to a consistently high standard.
Other ad hoc duties as required.

Position contact: Tara Gould

Telephone: 02 5109 0552

Department of Health and Aged Care

Executive Level 2 – Principal Microbiologist
Therapeutic Goods Administration
Medical Devices and Product Quality
Laboratories Microbiology

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing

Location: Fairbairn, ACT

Salary: $ 133,555 – $158,121

Classification: Executive Level 2

Position number: 23-MDPQDIV-20700

Applications close: Monday, 13 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.tga.gov.au/about-tga/corporate-information/work-tga

Job description: The multidisciplinary nature of therapeutic products regulation is a feature
of working at the HPRG. As a Principal Microbiologist, you will be responsible for providing
high-level specialist advice in relation to microbiological matters concerning manufacturing
and testing of medicines, medical devices and biological products. Additionally, you will be
responsible for the management, planning and conducting of the pre-market assessment of
technical data, and for leading, supervising and training staff in testing, research, review and
method development activities.

You will have excellent communication skills, using these to work collaboratively and
productively across and outside the organisation. As a technical expert, you will provide high
quality, independent, objective, specialist advice. You will be committed to innovation in
improving processes while ensuring the maintenance of a high level of rigour in all aspects of
the work of the Section and Branch. You will be responsible for supervising staff, and
ensuring that the work of the team and the Section aligns with the priorities of the
Laboratories Branch, HPRG, and the Department of Health and Aged Care.

Position contact: Joanne Wilson

Telephone: 02 62892754

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

National Coordinator – Australian Seed Bank Partnership
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
Parks Australia
Strategic Partnership and Australian National Botanic Gardens Strategic Partnerships

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing, Non-Ongoing

Location: Canberra ACT

Salary: $115,663 – $124,403

Classification: Executive Level 1

Position number: 2023/4142

Security clearance: Baseline

Applications close: Sunday 05 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.dcceew.gov.au/

Duties:

Develop and actively manage the coordination and performance of a formal alliance
of conservation seed banks, botanic gardens and conservation organisations to achieve
outcomes and facilitate cooperation for biodiversity conservation.
Lead and coordinate the implementation of the Australian Seed Bank Partnership’s
(ASBP) Strategic Plan in accordance with the biodiversity policies of the Australian
Government and the priorities of the Council of Heads of Australian Botanic Gardens
Inc (CHABG).
Manage projects related to germplasm conservation, research and restoration, growing
investments in seedbank facilities and staff; improving engagement with First Nations
peoples, and developing and sharing knowledge.
In collaboration with CHABG and ASBP partners, secure and manage funding and
resources to enable future projects related to germplasm conservation.
Represent the partnership through development and maintenance of stakeholder
relationships (with Government, corporate sector, philanthropic organisations,
Industry Associations etc), to progress policy and program development relevant to
the interests of the ASBP and CHABG, and in line with national and international
biodiversity management priorities.
Manage the Secretariat of the ASBP, including support for various committees;
supervision of a small team; project reporting, data, and financial management;
development of ASBP communications; general administration and governance.
Act as Australia’s focal point for the implementation of the Global Strategy for Plant
Conservation under the Convention on Biological Diversity, working closely with
national and international stakeholders to facilitate cooperation on actions and
reporting as part of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.

Position contact: Brad Desmond

Telephone: 02 62509473

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Antarctic Operations Systems Manager
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
Australian Antarctic
Operations & Logistics Operations Management Centre

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing

Location: Kingston TAS

Salary: $115,663 – $124,403

Classification: Executive Level 1

Position number: 2023/3379

Security clearance: Baseline

Applications close: Sunday 05 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.dcceew.gov.au/

Job description: Key duties will include but are not limited to:

Assessment and integration of new/emerging technologies to assist OMC function
Enable the monitoring, synchronisation and management of Antarctic, Sub- Antarctic
and Southern Ocean operations through the employment of a Common Operating
Picture (COP) system
Manage and coordinate the ICT systems that enable information flows, assuring
reliability of system performance of ICT systems and equipment
Advise, oversee and coordinate technical aspects of the COP services and Mobile
Device Management (MDM) updates across multiple sites
Lead and undertake technical fault finding and fault reporting
Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the AAD, ICT vendors and other
agencies to rectify ICT issues
Deliver priority technical assistance to OMC personnel and ICT systems, aiming to
maintain system availability appropriate to the time-sensitive nature of operational
Situational Awareness
Manage and coordinate the information flows between AAD Operations and station/
voyage/ expedition leadership teams
Manage and coordinate the season plan management tool and information flow into
the COP
Ensure a detailed operational and communications log is always maintained and
stored appropriately
Maintain situational awareness across multiple sites utilising the COP and inform the
Watch Supervisor of key events as they occur
Provide high quality briefing material to the Watch Supervisor, Chief of Operations,
General manager, AAD Operations Branch and other key stakeholders on significant
information exchange issues and their impact to the conduct of operations
Employ Incident Management Standard Operating Procedures on behalf of the Watch
Supervisor and ensure the required documentation/ recording of events is completed
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Operations Branch
sections to promote seamless information flows
Monitor the quality of data and information management activities for integrity,
veracity, reliability and credibility
Mentor and manage the information officer throughout the conduct of their duties

Position contact: Matt Filipowski

Telephone: 03 6232 3465

Department of Education

Assistant Director, National School Resourcing Board Secretariat
Department of Education

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing

Location: Canberra ACT

Salary: $115,996 – $128,200

Classification: Executive Level 1

Position number: 23/3027

Security clearance: Baseline

Applications close: Monday 06 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.education.gov.au/

Job description: Responsibilities of the Executive Level 1 Assistant Director may include:

Leading a small team to support the National School Resourcing Board.
Undertaking a range of secretariat duties including:
- Supporting the operational arrangements of the Board, including meetings,
  consultations and appointments
- Supporting the Board in delivering its reviews, including the annual review of state
  and territory compliance with section 22A of the Australian Education Act 2013
- Supporting the Secretariat’s planning and reporting, including the development of
  workplans, consultation schedules and reporting timelines.
Drafting and coordinating high quality briefings, reports, correspondence and agenda
papers.
Undertaking research and analysis on a range of policy issues across multiple
jurisdictions to support informed decision making.
Analysing and interpreting legislation.
Providing high quality advice to the Director and Senior Executives within the
Department. Developing and managing relationships with a wide range of internal and
external stakeholders.
Procurement and contract management.
Building team capability through coaching, providing performance feedback and
encouraging career development.
Contributing to an inclusive culture in which all team members feel valued and
respected.

Position contact: Emma Freeman

Telephone: 0438 747 521

Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation

Senior Cyber Security Architect
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing

Location: Sydney NSW, Melbourne VIC, Canberra ACT, Brisbane QLD, Hobart TAS,
Adelaide SA

Salary: $121,455 – $142,321

Classification: Executive Level 1

Position number: 94686

Security clearance: NV1 level

Applications close: Sunday 05 November 2023

Apply online: http://www.csiro.au

Duties will include:

Evaluate solution designs, identify control requirements and recommend applicable
controls by striking a balance between functionality and security.
Lead the development and delivery of security business requirements that meet
CSIRO security objectives.
Develop cyber security architecture outputs to ensure that business security
requirements are built into the design of the ICT and ICT-enabled projects.
Collaborate with solution architects and project team members to ensure the delivery
of secure outcomes.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects.
Support other members of the Cyber Security Resilience team where required.
Develop other security deliverables as directed.

Position contact: Karthika Krishnakumar

Telephone: 1300984220

Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia

CASA Inspector (ASR1) – Airworthiness and Senior CASA Inspector (ASR2) –
Airworthiness
Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia
Regulatory Oversight
Regulatory Services and Surveillance

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing, Non-Ongoing

Location: Canberra ACT, Perth WA, Tamworth NSW, Sydney NSW, Brisbane QLD, Cairns
QLD, Darwin NT, Adelaide SA, Melbourne VIC

Salary: $108,657 – $153,376

Position number: Various

Applications close: Friday 03 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.casa.gov.au/about-us/careers-casa

About the roles: The CASA Airworthiness Inspector and CASA Senior Airworthiness
Inspector roles spans ensuring that aviation approval holders continue to meet the legislative
requirements and function at the level of competency and safety required, and the resolution
of identified deficiencies by an aviation approval holder.

These roles will work within a nationally managed team of CASA Inspectors working
collaboratively and cohesively.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Airworthiness Inspector will focus on regulatory
services and surveillance activities to assist in achieving regulatory compliance and outcome-
based aviation safety associated with maintenance and continuing airworthiness management
of aircraft.

The CASA Inspector (ASR1) works under limited direction and demonstrates sound
regulatory judgement. These roles exercise initiative and provide accurate technical
knowledge and expertise. A CASA Inspector identifies and analyses circumstances where
regulatory enquiries are responded to using published materials or subject matter expert
assistance.

The Senior CASA Inspector (ASR2) works under general direction and demonstrate and
exercise both initiative and judgment in the provision of highly developed technical
knowledge and expertise in complex, or unusual matters where existing standards, policies
and procedures may not cover the circumstances. These roles require a highly developed
regulatory knowledge to undertake work of a challenging or complex nature and may include
undertaking detailed or sensitive projects that have broader impacts for CASA.

Position contact: Russell Dyer

Telephone: 08 6217 1895

Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia

CASA Inspector – Flight Operations (FOI1) and Senior CASA Inspector – Flight
Operations (FOI2)
Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing, Non-Ongoing

Location: Canberra ACT, Perth WA, Tamworth NSW, Sydney NSW, Brisbane QLD, Cairns
QLD, Darwin NT, Adelaide SA, Melbourne VIC

Salary: $134,723 – $168,400

Position number: Various

Applications close: Friday 03 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.casa.gov.au/about-us/careers-casa

About the roles: FOIs perform flying operations duties that may include, but not limited to
surveillance, make assessments and recommendations for appointments, licenses and
certificates, provide regulatory advice and undertake regulatory services that support the
development of operational methods, policies, practices and standards. FOI’s may develop
and research aviation safety policy and recommend and process new standards, regulations
and associated guidance material for the full spectrum of matters relating to the operational
aspects of aircraft.

Reporting to a Manager in our ROD teams, these roles will work within a locally managed
team of CASA Inspectors working collaboratively and cohesively.

These roles require an understanding of various aviation industry sectors, civil aviation
legislation hierarchy and supporting material. These positions are identified as safety
sensitive. The incumbents may be required to perform, or be available to perform, safety
sensitive aviation activities, as defined in the relevant regulations.

Inspectors are responsible for applying technical knowledge to resolve queries, and/or leading
and participating in surveillance events in accordance with CASA policy and procedures to
ensure effective oversight of regulated industry participants.

The CASA Inspector – Flight Operations (FOI1) works under limited direction and
demonstrate and exercise both initiative and judgment in the provision of accurate technical
knowledge and expertise.

The Senior CASA Inspector – Flight Operations (FOI2) works under general direction and
demonstrate and exercise both initiative and judgment. This includes providing highly
developed technical knowledge and expertise in complex, or unusual matters where existing
standards, policies and procedures may not cover the circumstances.

Position contact: Karen Blair

Telephone: 02 8651 3151

National Disability Insurance Agency

Chief People Officer
National Disability Insurance Agency
Chief People Officer Division

Job type: Full-Time, Ongoing; Non-Ongoing

Location: Geelong VIC, Melbourne VIC

Classification: Senior Executive Service Band 2

Position number: 1809_10/23_EXT

Applications close: Monday 06 November 2023

Apply online: https://www.ndis.gov.au

A new role awaits: The NDIA is seeking a proven senior executive candidate to fill the SES
Band 2 Chief People Officer role. You will embed a deep commitment to improve outcomes
and create a strong culture of inclusion for people with disability that is a model for other
organisations, and you will provide technical, professional, specialist, and strategic advice
focused on Human Resources and workforce to the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive
Officer and the Board. You will be required to make decisions within your area of
accountability and contribute to the strategic planning of the NDIA’s objectives. Within this
role you will set the strategic HR and workforce direction aligned with the goals and
aspirations of the Agency’s Corporate Plan. As a key member of the SES team, you will play
your part in implementing operational strategies aimed at achieving the NDIA’s mission to
‘build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme’.

Position contact: SES Recruitment

Email: [email protected]

Australian Communications and Media Authority

Revenue Assurance and Cost Recovery Officers
Australian Communications and Media Authority
Corporate and Research Division
Finance Reporting and Operations Branch Revenue, Cost Recovery, Budgets
and Operations Section

Job type: Full-Time, Ongoing; Non-Ongoing

Location: Belconnen ACT

Salary: $87,686 – $99,024

Classification: APS Level 6

Position number: 1717-2023-1

Security clearance: Baseline

Applications close: Sunday 05 November 2023

Apply online: http://www.acma.gov.au

Duties: The Revenue Assurance and Cost Recovery officer positions will play a critical role
in the revenue assurance and cost recovery functions within the ACMA and will assist under
limited direction to provide subject matter expertise on the compliance and management of
the ACMA’s revenue streams and cost recovery activities.

In these roles you will support the Assistant Managers of the Revenue, Cost Recovery,
Budgets and Operations Section, which is responsible for providing assurance over the
various revenue streams collected on behalf of the Commonwealth and are
the custodians of the cost recovery policy advice, budgets and the ACMA's accounts
processing and debt recovery, banking, travel and payment card administration.

Position contact: Anita Lobo

Telephone: 02 6219 5569

Australian Security Intelligence Organisation

Team Member – Vetting Analyst
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation

Job type: Full-time, Ongoing

Location: Canberra ACT, Sydney NSW, Melbourne VIC, Brisbane QLD, Adelaide SA

Salary: $81,990 – $112,037

Classification: APS Level 4; APS Level 5; APS Level 6

Position number: Various

Security clearance: Top Secret

Applications close: Monday 13 November 2023

Apply online: www.asio.gov.au

Role specific capabilities: As a Vetting Analyst in ASIO, you will conduct vetting
assessments in line with whole of government policy and ASIO security policies. You will:

Conduct checks and perform administrative functions for vetting assessments.
Effectively represent ASIO and liaise with a range of stakeholders and clearance subjects
from diverse backgrounds.
Contribute to ongoing policy reform and vetting capability development.

As an AE4 Vetting Analyst, you will:

Liaise with clearance applicants and coordinate security interview appointments.
Undertake data entry and perform general administrative duties.
Support the vetting assessment process with discretion and in accord with policy and legal
requirements.

As an AE5 Vetting Analyst, you will:

Work with your team to assess whether clearance applicants are suitable to hold the highest
level of security clearance.
Manage your own allocation of vetting assessments.
Conduct research and review existing holdings.
Engage with clearance applicants and external stakeholders to fill gaps in information.
Conduct analysis, write assessments and provide advice that identifies areas for further
resolution in the vetting process.

As an AE6 Vetting Analyst you will:

Assess an individual’s suitability to hold or maintain security clearances that permit access
to national security classified material.
Gather and analyse security relevant information.
Conduct interviews, develop assessments and make recommendations about an individual’s
security suitability to hold a clearance in accord with risk management principals.
Travel in order to conduct vetting assessments as required.

Position contact: ASIO Recruitment

Telephone: 02 6257 4916

Office of the Inspector-General of Taxation

Senior Disputes Investigator
Office of the Inspector-General of Taxation

Job type: Full-time, Part-time, Ongoing, Non-Ongoing

Location: Sydney NSW, Brisbane QLD, Darwin NT, Perth WA, Adelaide SA, Hobart TAS,
Melbourne VIC, Canberra ACT

Salary: $94,288 – $114,232

Classification: Executive Level 2

Position number: Multiple

Security clearance: Baseline

Applications close: Sunday 12 November 2023

Apply online: https://igt.gov.au/

Job description: The IGTO is seeking highly motivated persons with excellent
communication skills and developed research and analytical problem-solving skills to join a
professional and collegiate team.

Senior Disputes Investigators are tax specialists, with all members of our dispute
investigation and review team having qualifications in either accounting, law, finance or
economics, in addition to work experience in tax.

The successful applicants will be expected to investigate the actions of tax officials in the
Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Tax Practitioners’ Board (TPB) to facilitate the resolution of complex disputes (between taxpayers and the ATO or TPB) in a timely manner.
Dispute investigations and reviews are required to be managed with tact, discretion, cooperation and professional courtesy.

The role also involves working with senior executive staff at the IGTO, ATO and TPB
(amongst other agencies) in conducting reviews into broader tax administration matters.

Position contact: [email protected]

Telephone: 02 8239 2126