AddressChief Operating Officer Group | Health Services | Chief Medical Officer
The Health Policy and Assurance Branch is a well-supported dynamic and diverse work environment with a wide range of functions. The Branch is responsible for the management of health contracts. These include the Visa and Migration Medical Services Provider contract which provides onshore Immigration Medical Examinations (IMEs) and other visa health related services. It is also responsible for a number of health contracts for delivering health services to Departmental and ABF staff, including clinical advice, psychometric testing, medical and fitness assessments, employee vaccination programs and employee assistance programs.
The Branch is also responsible for a global network of more than 600 offshore panel clinics delivering IMEs visa applicants wanting to travel to Australia.
The Branch develops and updates strategic and operational Policy and conducts assurance activities over these policies.
We also manage and provide support for migration health systems used by Australia and our M5 partner countries.
Our ideal candidate
- We are looking for an individual experienced in either Contract Management and procurement, policy or, program management
- You will have strong communication skills and the confidence to support the team with identifying issues and finding solutions
- Have a high level of flexibility to respond to changing priorities in line with operational requirements
- Enjoy working with a diverse team of people and making a contribution to your team and the broader goals of the branch
- Take pride in your work and be driven to achieve outcomes.
Duties and responsibilities
- Work independently on assigned contracts or projects and as part of a small team to achieve tasks and projects to a high standard
- Conduct procurement administration and financial management activities
- Manage complex stakeholder relationships with internal and external clients
- Identifying, developing, drafting, reviewing and implementing policy solutions
- Contribute to the development of guidelines, SOPs and internal management processes, write reports and prepare submissions and briefing materials.
Additional information
Capabilities and skills required:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain strong and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and a high degree of initiative
- Ability to achieve results in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to support Management and respond to emerging issues.
Desirable experience:
- Certificate IV in Government (Procurement and Contracting) or higher (or undertaking a relevant course of study in procurement and contracting)
- 12 months + experience in procurement and Contract Management roles
- Experience in report writing
- Experience in developing policy
- Experience in program management.
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 11/07/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST – Late applications will not be accepted.
As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document 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
Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 132422 in the document footer.
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 Systems information relevant to the classification.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
Diversity and inclusion
The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Technical assistance
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Notes
The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.
The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.
Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.
