DefG) Group Operations Division is seeking a confident and strategically-focused Executive Director to lead enabling and governance activities across the Group. This role oversees the:
* Risk and Assurance team – supporting Group risks, conducting audits and managing findings.
* Workforce and People Capability team – driving strategic workforce initiatives and activities that support the development of a future‑ready DDG workforce.
* Communication and Engagement team – supporting corporate communication functions across the Group.
* Business Services team – supporting DDG Business teams with Information Management, Accommodation, Work Health and Safety (WHS) and Business Continuity.
This is a multi‑faceted role that will see you ensuring these teams provide efficient and timely support across DDG, drive implementation of new strategies, and provide maximum value.
About our Team
Working in the Defence Digital Group (DDG), you will contribute your expertise to some of the most technically demanding and complex ICT and business transformation projects undertaken globally. DDG is transforming Defence ICT capabilities as a critical enabler of Defence business, building and maintaining critical ICT infrastructure and systems, such as classified and secure military systems. We provide a modern, secure, sustainable and scalable information environment current and future military and business operations.
Our vision is a DDG where everyone understands how we can use technology to enable war fighting and the various supporting functions of our day‑to‑day business. We seek to apply new ways of thinking and working, taking advantage of faster, better and more efficient ways of delivering ICT services. Supporting Defence in this technology‑dominated era requires a responsive and agile approach to everything, from strategy through to processes, policies and people.
DDG offers the opportunity to actively contribute to the Defence mission within the largest and most complex ICT environment in Australia. We are diverse, agile and strive for a positive workforce culture where people feel valued and are proud of their work. We foster a work environment where individual differences are valued and utilised, and where the unique knowledge and experience of our people enhance our capability. Everyone has something to contribute.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will need to demonstrate clear experience in corporate governance at the program level, as well as:
* A strong understanding of risk management, financial oversight, reporting frameworks and workforce management.
* Extensive experience leading cross‑functional teams.
* Excellent communication skills, with experience producing executive papers and corporate communications.
* A collaborative leader who exemplifies the Defence Values and Behaviours, engendering a culture of innovation and agility while respecting diverse ideas and perspectives.
* Effective communication, negotiation and issues management to engage stakeholders and ensure deliverables are met.
* Capability to provide timely and accurate advice to senior leaders and government on complex matters, and excellent judgement and strategic awareness.
* Inclusive leadership and experience managing teams in a fast‑paced, geographically dispersed and results‑driven environment.
* A customer‑centric and outcomes‑oriented mindset – thinking strategically while making incremental impacts for Defence.
Security Clearance
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1".
About the Department of Defence
The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees in a wide variety of critical roles, enabling our Navy, Army and Air Force to perform their duties. Defence offers career opportunities across administration, accounting, intelligence analysis, engineering, policy advising, graphic design, law, social work, IT and contract management. We provide professional development, work‑life balance, recognition, flexible support and a diverse workforce. To learn more about a career with Defence please visit .
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