SES Band 2 - First Assistant Secretary (2 Positions)
Join to apply for the SES Band 2 - First Assistant Secretary (2 Positions) role at Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is seeking two First Assistant Secretaries to join our leadership team with experience in developing and delivering policies and programs. This process may also be used to establish a merit list for future SES Band 2 vacancies across the Department.
Responsibilities
As a First Assistant Secretary you will support the Secretary and Executive Team with the leadership and direction setting of the Department.
You will lead a large team to provide high level policy advice to portfolio ministers; plan, develop and implement major government and departmental initiatives; oversee aspects of Health's operations or regulatory functions; and/or deliver the Department's programs.
Qualifications / Capabilities
* Demonstrate high-level judgement and awareness in providing strategic advice to ministers and senior stakeholders.
* Strategic planning that guides organisational direction in developing or leading strategic plans that shape future direction.
* Drive culture by leading and shaping organisational culture, improving performance and ensuring high-quality outcomes are achieved.
* Demonstrated stakeholder engagement ability to build trust, manage complex relationships, influence outcomes through collaboration and effectively exchanging information, listening to, and learning from stakeholders.
* Ability to inspire confidence and operate effectively in dynamic and rapidly changing environments, including leading and supporting teams through change.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The Department is committed to fostering a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to lead and thrive. We recognise that the knowledge, perspectives and lived experiences of Australia's First Peoples offer invaluable insights that enrich our leadership and decision-making. These perspectives help shape more responsive policies and programs, ultimately strengthening our impact across communities. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for our senior leadership roles, as your voices are vital to building a stronger, more inclusive future for all Australians.
Please note, this recruitment activity is for a role that will be based in Canberra.
Before applying, please obtain selection documentation from the Executive Intelligence Group vacancies page.
If, after reading the selection documentation, you require further information please contact Tricia Searson at Executive Intelligence Group.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Administrative, Management, and Other
Industries Government Administration and Government Relations Services
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