Job Opportunity: Biosecurity Specialist
The Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) is seeking a highly skilled Biosecurity Specialist to join our team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in protecting Australia's livestock and aquaculture industries from infectious disease threats.
About the Role:
* You will provide high-level support to the ACDP Directorate in managing and administering the facility.
* You will coordinate reporting, strategic communications, and operational planning to support CSIRO's strategy and the centre's vital mission.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide advice and support on stakeholder and external interactions.
* Formulate and prepare responses to internal and external information requests, and reporting requirements.
* Analyse complex or ambiguous issues, develop appropriate responses, and make sound decisions under pressure or with limited information.
* Coordinate internal and external reporting requirements, planning activities, and leadership meetings.
* Lead or manage sensitive projects aligned with CSIRO's strategy and research priorities.
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (preferably biological or animal sciences) or equivalent experience in an area relevant to ACDP.
* Excellent written communication skills, showing evidence of ability to independently formulate and prepare a wide range of scientific, strategic and government communications.
* Very strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the proven ability to investigate complex or ill-defined problems, develop appropriate responses, and make sound decisions in ambiguous or urgent situations with limited information.
* Demonstrated high-level organisational skills including the ability to independently manage competing complex demands, establish or renegotiate priorities and meet deadlines.
Benefits:
* A competitive salary package.
* The opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
* Access to professional development opportunities.
Inclusion and Belonging:
CSIRO values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Child Safety:
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs.