About the Department of Industry, Science and Resources
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources is a key player in the Australian government's economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians by enabling a productive, resilient, and sustainable economy enriched by science and technology.
* We grow innovative and competitive businesses, industries, and regions.
* We invest in science and technology.
* We strengthen the resources sector.
The Australian Public Service (APS) and our department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives while contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you are accountable, committed, and open to change, you may enjoy working with us in shaping Australia's future.
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About the Team at the National Measurement Institute (NMI)
The NMI is the Australian government's national measurement authority. We lead, maintain, and regulate Australia's measurement system, playing a crucial role in the Australian economy.
Australians rely on measurement every day to stay safe and healthy, to be confident they get what they pay for, and to level the playing field for business. Our sovereign measurement capabilities underpin these outcomes for Australians, contributing to various measures aimed at maintaining national and international confidence in Australian goods and services.
Our work spans the economy, delivering over $800 million annually in direct benefits to Australians and Australian industry. We also administer the regulatory framework for measurement, which supports around $1.4 trillion of economic activity in Australia each year.
NMI is an integral part of Australia's critical scientific infrastructure, supporting the government's objectives in a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, health, food safety, trade, the environment, defence, energy, the integrity of sport, and law enforcement.
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About the Role
The Strategy and Operations Branch within NMI has a wide remit and includes leading NMI's cross-branch activities in the areas of policy development, ministerial and government relations, stakeholder engagement, communications, workforce capability, international relations, and work health and safety.
You will work with NMI's expert scientists and regulators to ensure that NMI's value is recognised across government, and that government is aware of potential emerging needs for measurement science.
This role requires developing NMI's policy priorities and supporting NMI in Budget processes.
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What You Will Do
* Preparing written advice for decision-makers, including briefs, reports, correspondence, recommendations, and presentations, and responses to coordination requests.
* Supporting colleagues to contribute their technical expertise to public policy processes, including showcasing the impact of measurement in the Australian economy and society.
* Liaising with key NMI stakeholders, including other Commonwealth, State, and Territory agencies.
* Providing policy, procurement, and project management advice to support the implementation of NMI's strategic priorities.
At the EL1 level, your duties may include:
* Representing NMI at government and industry forums and maintaining relationships with associated stakeholders.
* Briefing stakeholders, including Ministers and senior Executives, on emerging issues, including in relation to NMI strategic priorities, changing demands for measurement science, and sustainability.
* Supervising and developing staff in the team.
* Taking responsibility for meeting team objectives and progressing work, including procurement and contract management processes.
Please note that both roles may also involve supporting other teams within the Strategy and Operations Branch as needed.
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Eligibility
To be eligible for employment in the APS and our department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance, and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
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Application Information
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV, and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align with the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact.