EL 1 - Branch Manager/Executive Officer

• $115,899 - $130,733 (plus Super)
• Brindabella Park - ACT

The Role
Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Group has exciting opportunities available. We are seeking to fill multiple Executive Officer/Branch Manager roles within the Capability Development Division (CDD).
The teams are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience in resource management
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail.The Executive Officer/Business Manager is responsible for the following deliverables:
• Coordinate administrative and business support including reporting and financial requirements.
• Develop and implement business support documentation consistent with business requirements.
• Engage and work collaboratively with stakeholders on complex issues to achieve business outcomes. Building and sustaining effective and positive relationships.
• Take the initiative to progress work to meet business objectives, provide advice and guidance on more complex issues.
• Manage and coordinate Resources, Recruitment and Workforce requirements.
• Supervise a small team including administration officers and executive assistants.

This position is based in Canberra.
About our Team
GWEO CDD is responsible for the design and development of a domestic GWEO manufacturing capability. This includes:

• Sponsoring projects and investment options to Government approval;
• Conducting cost, benefit and risk analysis to achieve a balanced and coordinated portfolio of investments;
• Developing a GWEO Manufacturing Master Plan; and
• Developing a Research and Development Roadmap and Project Management Plan.

CDD is also responsible for the ADF GWEO Roadmap, identifying options to uplift critical enablers to including in Test and Evaluation, Storage and Distribution, Education and Training, and Disposal and Demilitarisation. A critical part of CDD’s work is setting the strategy for the GWEO Enterprise, ensuring alignment to Defence and Government objectives and coordinating strategy and plans across the Group. It is responsible for policy and governance frameworks, international engagement and management of the GWEO Enterprise Program.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be a team player with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter and can demonstrate experience in driving successful outcomes in a dynamic and busy environment. The candidate must be reliable, have a keen eye for detail, possess a high level of comprehension and communication skills and an ability to prioritise to deliver assigned tasks on time.
CDD is seeking a professional who can work collaboratively in a small team and understands the sensitive nature of the team's work. You will also possess strong communication and stakeholder management skills with a strong emphasis on being able to monitor and track the progress of assigned tasks, projects and lines of effort. Whilst part of a team, you will be comfortable working independently. A flexible attitude and ability to be across multiple tasks is an important requirement.