Are you passionate about building and operationalising strategies, frameworks and policies which support planning, governance, risk management, assurance and public transparency and accountability? Are you a motivated leader who enjoys building capability within their team? Do you possess an outcome focussed mindset and exhibit strong professional ethics and judgement?
The APVMA’s Office of the Executive General Counsel is seeking applications for an Assistant Director Governance and Integrity. The position leads the Governance and Integrity team within the section. The team is currently responsible for the following functions: Board secretariat; Corporate planning, performance reporting and project management; Integrity; and Internal audit and external reviews (governance and administration only).
Located in either Canberra ACT or regional Armidale NSW, you will gain experience in the Australian Public Service, have access to a variety of flexible working arrangements, and help protect the health and safety of people, animals and the environment in Australia.
The key duties of the position include:
Key responsibilities may include:
* Assists in the provision of high-quality governance and secretariat services to the Board and/or its committees, which enable them to operate effectively and in accordance with legislated functions, powers and duties.
* Provides effective leadership and management of the Governance and Integrity team to ensure the delivery of its functions and the achievement of outcomes for which it is responsible.
* Acts as a trusted advisor on the management of governance and integrity matters to the Director and Executive Leadership Team.
* Supports and promotes a culture across the agency which advances the agency’s aspiration to be an exemplar of good governance within the Commonwealth public sector.
* Ensures the agency maintains an appropriate suite of plans, frameworks, policies and procedures which support the effective delivery of functions for which the team is responsible.
* Develops and manages a range of internal and external stakeholder relationships, engaging with stakeholders to facilitate cooperation, identify opportunities and achieve common outcomes.
* Proposes and facilitates the adoption of innovative approaches and change which improves the delivery of the team’s functions.
* Handles complex and/or sensitive issues with tact, discretion, efficiency and professionalism.
Eligibility
To be a strong contender for the role, you will have:
Essential
* Demonstrated experience in the management of strategic/corporate planning, performance reporting, governance, and/or integrity functions.
* Previous experience providing secretariat support to a governance board, audit committee or executive management committee/board.
* Proven leadership skills that demonstrate a commitment to developing staff with the ability to enable a team to effectively deliver services/functions and achieve outcomes for which it is responsible.
* Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a rapidly changing environment, while applying strong organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail to consistently deliver high quality outcomes.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues, senior management, Board members and key external stakeholders.
* Strong research, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
* Demonstrated ability to self-motivate, work independently and display initiative and confidence.
Desirable
* Governance qualifications from the Governance Institute of Australia or Australian Institute of Company Directors.
* Tertiary qualifications in governance, risk management, business or a related field.
* Experience in the public sector and/or regulator operations.