Director - International Division

About our team:
GM Executive & International | International | Americas Europe M-East Africa Pacific | Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa 

International Division advances Home Affairs' priorities through strategic international engagement, advice, coordination and delivery. We coordinate international policy engagement, provide international expertise, navigate risks and international sensitivities, and identify opportunities for increased engagement. This includes supporting cross-portfolio international engagement by Ministers and the Senior Leadership Team and coordinating information on and responses to international crises. We also manage the International Capacity Building Program to improve the migration, identity, immigration intelligence and border management capabilities of partner governments. 

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Our ideal candidate:
International Division is looking for flexible, resilient and high performing staff with excellent strategic thinking, collaboration and communication skills who can engage effectively with whole-of government and international partners to foster collaboration and deliver tangible outcomes. The successful candidates will be self-motivated and well-informed on international issues, both in their region and globally where relevant, enabling them to advance Australia's national interests on the international stage.

The key duties of the position include:

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead a section in International Division to achieve Home Affairs' strategic interests through effective management of international engagement on complex and sensitive portfolio priorities
• Identify opportunities and report on emerging issues, and recommend and implement management strategies, informed by stakeholder engagement and professional expertise
• Apply strong written communication skills to deliver comprehensive and robust briefing to support executive and Ministerial engagement on complex and sensitive issues
• Build and maintain positive and influential relationships across the portfolio and government, and with representatives from foreign governments, international organisations, industry, non-government organisations (NGOs) and academia
• Work closely with Posts to identify, deliver and manage capacity building projects in relevant regions.

 
Additional information:
Overseas travel for may be required for some roles. 

A merit pool will be established to fill other EL2 vacancies in the Division as they arise. 

The leadership team in International Division models and leads positive workplace behaviour; as a key part of the leadership team, Directors are expected to lead and contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive work environment.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

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.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

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.

Getting to know the Department of Home Affairs

The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for central coordination, and strategy and policy leadership in relation to cyber and critical infrastructure resilience and security, immigration, border security and management, counter-terrorism, the protection of our sovereignty, citizenship and social cohesion. The Department implements a strategically coordinated approach to the cyber security and resilience of all Australians through the appointment of a Cyber Security Coordinator and continues to enable rapid responses to threats of foreign interference through the dedicated Counter Foreign Interference Coordinator. Additionally, the Department contributes to Australia’s prosperity and unity through the management and delivery of the migration, humanitarian and refugee programs. The Department also promotes social cohesion through multicultural programs, providing settlement services and through managing and conferring citizenship. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability 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. For more information www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers/working-with-us/workplace-diversity