• Job Description

  Req#: 130299

  Requisition Number: 130299
  Position Number/s: 60160630
  Classification: Executive Level 1
  Location: ACT
  Division: N/A
  Branch: National Coord Mechanism
  Section: National Crisis Exercising and Lessons Capability
  Security Classification: Negative Vetting Level 1
  Salary: $112,822.00 to $128,586.00
  Contact: Kimberley Wilson Email: kimberley.m.wilson@nema.gov.au
  Period of Vacancy: Ongoing
  Number of Vacancies: 1

  Applications close: Sunday 19 November 2023 at 11:59pm (midnight) - AEDT . Late applications will not be accepted.

  Who can apply:

  Please note this opportunity is available to current Australian Public Service employees and all eligible members of the community.

  National Emergency Management Agency:

  National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) was established on 1 September 2022 as a single, accountable Commonwealth authority that delivers a whole-of-nation approach to reducing disaster risk, planning, preparing for, responding to and recovering from all hazards across the emergency management continuum.

  
  NEMA works closely with local communities as well as state and territory Governments to deliver the best outcome for communities across Australia. To help communities respond and recover, while preparing Australia for future emergencies, we:

  • Fund programs and initiatives, big and small, that help communities in times of emergency, as well as to recover and prepare, including through disaster recovery funding and the Disaster Ready Fund to help reduce the risk and impact of disasters;
  • Work with communities, industry and non-government organisations by connecting local Regional Support Officers and other NEMA staff right around Australia, to share lessons learnt, provide awareness on navigating Government services, and gain community and industry-led ideas and concepts to inform strategic policy and planning;
  • Provide national leadership to share knowledge, situational awareness, and trends in disaster efforts to inform, guide and shape the national picture and decision-making at the Commonwealth, state and local Government level – including through policy development and strategy to improve risk reduction, resilience and recovery; and
  • Provide round-the-clock all-hazards monitoring and operational coordination for domestic and international emergencies, including supply chain disruptions, critical infrastructure outages, biosecurity risks and widespread cyber-attacks, and through supporting preparedness and response activities, including through the operationalisation of the Australian Government Crisis Management Framework.

  Overview of the Branch and Section:

  National Coordination Mechanism Branch

  The National Coordination Mechanism Branch (NCMB) leads NEMA’s preparedness initiatives and ensures the Australian Government, states, territories, industry and NGOs are prepared for all hazards and supported when crises occur. NCMB is comprised of three sections: National Coordination Mechanism Operations, National Crisis Exercising and Lessons Capability and Strategic Planning and Engagement.

  National Crisis Exercising and Lessons Capability Section

  The National Crisis Exercising and Lessons Capability (NCEC) section works collaboratively across the Australian Government and states and territories to design and deliver a program of multi-jurisdictional, multi-agency national exercises to support, examine and evaluate national capabilities for crisis response and recovery. We also support the Emergency Management and Response Group to evaluate and learn from NEMA’s internal operational responses and the national exercising program.

  Our strategy sets out NEMA’s framework for the design and delivery of national crisis exercising and lessons management including a capability uplift program across the Australian Government. The section provides secretariat services for the National Crisis Exercising and Lessons Forum and National Crisis Exercise Steering Committee, and team members can opt-in as rostered members of NEMA’s Crisis Coordination Team.

  Our work contributes to Australians being better prepared for, and supported during, disasters and emergencies. Our team of high performing, adaptable and collaborative people go above and beyond to contribute to national crisis response and recovery preparedness and coordination while supporting each other to deliver successful outcomes.

  About the role:

  As an Assistant Director, you will join a dynamic team responsible for the design and delivery of projects within NEMA’s national crisis exercising and lessons program. You will manage the delivery of crisis exercise and/or lessons projects and programs and lead a high performing team.

  You will have an opportunity to develop your knowledge of Australia’s crisis and emergency response architecture whilst driving effective exercise and/or lessons management. You will prepare exercise, lessons and project management documentation, represent NEMA in national-level planning groups, engage with state, territory and industry stakeholders and support reporting and evaluation activities.

  Project management, and/or previous crisis related exercising experience and/or lessons management are highly desirable skills for this role.

  Members of the team also have an opportunity to support crisis operations and to develop crisis planning expertise.

  At times, the role may be required to assist in other functions delivered by the Emergency Response group including the Crisis Coordination Team and may be required to work outside of standard business hours, in support of NEMA operational priorities.

  Our ideal candidate:

  NEMA is looking for people who are forward thinkers and leaders, who are able to see the bigger picture, and who push boundaries to ensure creative solutions are devised to solve complex problems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential in the role, as well as stakeholder engagement, and project management.

  Our ideal candidate will be passionate about assisting the Australian community, delivering effective and compassionate emergency response support and driving long-term preparedness measures and lasting recovery efforts.

  We encourage applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age people and people from other diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential.

  Specific duties/responsibilities:

  • Take responsibility for the management of deliverables, monitor progress and follow through to deliver quality outcomes
  • Undertake work activities with an awareness of the possible impact on strategic, political or operational outcomes for the project
  • Work with a level of independence, under broad direction, with a concurrent need to resolve issues and deliver quality outcomes
  • Manage stakeholders through change, resolving conflict and managing sensitivities
  • Build capability in a team environment through coaching others, providing performance feedback, conflict resolution and encouraging career development.

  Applicant response:

  As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a response document (minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section.

  Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.

  Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

  • how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role
  • why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
  • any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

  How to apply:

  Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification. You are required to submit your application in the online recruitment system (ourPeople).

  
  As part of your application, you will need to provide:

  • Your CV
  • Your Applicant Response document
  • Details of two referees
  • Include your full name and the Requisition Number - 130299 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.

  Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment

  To be eligible to work with the NEMA you must:

  • Be an Australian Citizen
  • Fulfil the Agency’s minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process
  • Obtain and maintain the required AGSVA clearance
  • Satisfy a probation period
  • Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).

  Technical Assistance

  If you are experiencing problems submitting your application online, please email the nature of the issues you are experiencing to Recruitment ( recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au ) including screen captures if necessary. A response will be sent during business hours.

  Notes

  Remuneration: The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

  If you have identified as having a disability, please indicate whether you require any support throughout the selection process. For further information please contact Recruitment: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au .

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