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Main purpose of job:
The successful candidate will play an important role in promoting the UK as a global leader in Science, Innovation and Technology, and support the delivery of our partnership with Australia. Priorities will evolve over time, so flexibility and willingness to adapt are essential. The job holder will manage programmes and collaborations that are mutually beneficial, supporting and promoting the UK's Science and innovation strengths, and creating opportunities for investment in UK technology businesses. They will develop relationships with government, research body and investor decision-makers and policy influencers, in the UK and Australia. They will provide effective policy, event and administrative support, and collaborating with and where necessary covering for colleagues.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:
The job holder will be part of the UK Government's Science and Innovation Network (SIN) - co-owned by the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. SIN works internationally to promote UK Science and innovation and drive partnerships between the UK's academic, business and government's research and development capacity and our host countries, among which Australia is a priority.
The job holder will play a vital role in an ambitious agenda of cooperation, designing, planning and delivering activities that strengthen the UK science base, the international impact of UK research and development, and support growth and jobs in the UK. They will support programmes in areas that are at the heart of the UK-Australia ST&I relationship. Currently this is focussed on emerging technologies such as Quantum, Engineering Biology and Artificial Intelligence (AI); in addition to work on Space, AgriTech, Clean Technologies and Cybersecurity. Outcomes will build on partnerships and joint research programmes, increased profile and visibility of UK capabilities, new academic partnerships and commercial opportunities. The job holder will need to be flexible to work on new areas and to support new opportunities for collaboration.
The successful candidate will engage stakeholders in both Australia and the UK across the innovation community including academics, researchers, business leaders and Government. The jobholder will provide regular briefings to help senior managers locally and in the UK to make well informed policy decisions.
Core elements of the job include:
Programme delivery: Programme management and delivery, including event and visit coordination. At the High Commission the SIN team manages a range of programmes of S&T collaboration, including scoping visits, convening events, and support to research collaborations. The post holder will manage such projects including dealing with stakeholders, overseeing narrative reporting, issuing contracts, managing budgets, and making payments.
Communications: Including promotional campaigns and activities that help highlight UK Science and innovation strengths, capabilities and priorities. These may involve preparation of media and social media messages and articles about UK-Australia collaborations, as well as participating in public events.
Administration: Management and reporting on programme budgets, contracts, and events. Supporting and advising senior staff, especially the Head of Science and Tech, and the Science and Tech Policy Officer.
Policy work and reporting: The job holder will help develop the UK's policy on Science and tech in Australia. To do this they will build an understanding of Australia's research and Technology interests, and be up to date on related current affairs in Australia. They will provide analysis and reporting which informs UK policy and commercial objectives, including producing high quality and tailored briefings and advice as required.
Stakeholder management: The job holder will maintain and develop positive working relationships with counterparts in governments, research organisations and companies in UK and Australia, promoting UK interests and policy priorities.
Resources managed (staff and expenditure):
The job holder will manage activity budgets, administrative tasks, marketing communications and reporting to meet strategic objectives.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience 1
- Project/ programme/ financial management experience
- Relevant professional experience
- Proven understanding of and interest in science, innovation and Technology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Stakeholder management skills/experience
Language: English
Level of language required: Fluent spoken and written
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience 1
- Relevant qualifications
- Knowledge and experience of Australia's research, innovation and Technology systems, institutions and priorities
- Knowledge and experience of the UK's research, innovation and Technology systems, institutions and priorities
Seeing the Big Picture, Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together
Application deadline 1
23 February 2024
Grade 1
Executive Officer (EO)
Type of Position 1
Full-time, Permanent
Working hours per week 1
38
Region 1
Asia Pacific
Country/Territory 1
Australia
Location (City) 1
Canberra
Type of Post 1
British High Commission
Number of vacancies 1
1
Salary Currency 1
AUD
Salary 1
AUD 87,753
Start Date 1
8 April 2024
Other benefits and conditions of employment 1
Salary is at AU$ 87,753 per annum (paid out monthly), plus 11% superannuation.
Appointment is subject to an AFP records check and UK security clearance.
Must have an existing right to work in Australia.
A security check (and clearance) may be required prior to employment.
Staff recruited locally by the British Consulate General and its Consulates is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Australian employment law. Interstate applicants will be required to meet their own travel and relocation expenses.
The British Government supports flexible working practices for all employees. Within the Australia Network of posts, employees are supported by the Flexible Working Policy. Any flexible working arrangement is to be agreed between the line manager and successful candidate.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
The Australia network offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including job-specific training as necessary and broader learning linked to the FCO Diplomatic Academy.
There are opportunities to job-shadow other staff, and the successful applicant will be encouraged to take part in broader British Consulate General activities.
The British Consulate General is committed to providing all staff with learning and development (L&D) opportunities and we will work with you to develop your own L&D plan.
Working Patterns:
Full time employment (38 hrs), with occasional out of working hours events and travel.
The British High Commission supports flexible and remote working for all its employees. A flexible working culture is encouraged by senior leadership however please note, remote working may not be suitable for all roles or business areas. Any flexible and / or remote working arrangement should be agreed with the employee's line manager.
Additional information 1
Your application must be submitted before 23:55 AEST-Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC/ GMT +10) on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”
Applications must include a current CV. Kindly omit any personal information such as name, birthdate, address and contact #.
All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the online application form completely including the employment and educational details, experience, professional skills and behaviour-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the applications and incomplete form in any respect may not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.
Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Interviewees will be assessed on the core behaviours/qualifications listed above. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via the system in due time. Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a 'reserve list'. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate”.
Advertised start date is provisional and subject to completion of reference and security checks.
Kindly check your application centre or email regularly for any update on the status of your application.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and building a culturally diverse workplace. We actively encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Our culture of inclusion is underpinned by our excellent staff networks which cover disability, faith and belief, gender equality, social mobility, age, race, LGBT+, and how to be an ally.
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