Deputy Director Defence And Strategic Studies Course

The key duties of the position include
The Role
Join our team as Deputy Director, where you'll be at the heart of driving the day-to-day operations of the Australian War College's Defence and Strategic Studies Course (DSSC).
Your role will be multifaceted, from coordinating overseas visits to managing budgets. You'll exercise financial approvals, procure essential goods and services, and develop induction programs for staff and students. Liaising with our academic services provider, Deakin University, and other education stakeholders you will be critical in ensuring DSSC's learning objectives are met.
Your support extends to administrative processes for students and staff, while also managing facilities and coordinating major events. Your collaboration across the Australian War College, Defence Learning Branch, and with overseas Defence Attaches will enrich the DSSC learning environment.
If you thrive in a dynamic education and learning setting, where no day is the same, and you're ready to take on diverse responsibilities, this role is for you. Join us and be part of shaping Australia's future leaders in Defence and Strategic Studies.
About our Team
The Australian War College's Defence and Strategic Studies Course team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to cultivating strategic leaders capable of navigating complex, whole-of-government and multinational environments.
Comprised of experts from diverse backgrounds, including Australian Defence Force officers, the Australia Public Service and academia, the team fosters a rich learning environment for some of the best and brightest Australian and international practitioners of strategy.
The DSSC team instil essential skills in strategic thinking, decision-making, and leadership, preparing graduates for high-level command and staff roles. With a focus on joint inter-agency collaboration and the integration of national power instruments, the team equips students to understand national power and its alignment with broader national objectives.
Through a well-designed academic program, real-world simulations, and mentorship, the DSSC team empower graduates to design effective national strategy and policy, ensuring readiness to lead at the highest levels of organizational and governmental leadership.
Our Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for our Deputy Director role at the Australian War College's Defence and Strategic Studies Course (DSSC) is a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills.
They excel in financial management, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement, with a keen eye for detail.
This candidate brings a track record of successful leadership in complex administrative settings, ideally within the security, international engagement or education domains.
They thrive in dynamic environments, adept at problem-solving and adapting to changing priorities.
With experience in international liaison, event planning, and team management, they ensure the seamless operations of the course and support the development of staff and students.