El 2 - Industry Development Program Manager

• $129,391 - $155,309 (plus Super)
• Various - ACT, Various - NSW, Various - NT, Various - QLD, Various - SA, Various - TAS, Various - VIC, Various - WA

The Role
The Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS) within Capability, Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) is seeking a highly motivated EL2 Director to lead the future ODIS Industry Development Program. The position will lead a dynamic team responsible for building the all-important Defence internal capability stakeholder network, and identifying and supporting key Defence Industry elements in meeting the future capability needs of Defence.
Reporting to the Assistant Secretary ODIS and working directly with key Defence capability and acquisition stakeholders, this position is responsible for identifying and targeting key Defence industry sectors and capabilities, and supporting their Defence readiness journey.
Within this role you will become a key strategic conduit to; CASG elements, Defence Organisations, Defence Capability Managers, Defence Primes and other Defence acquisition groups, including NSSG, AUKUS, GWEO, DSTG and Defence Space, as you seek to establish a detailed network of Capability acquisition stakeholders within the Defence Organisation.
Your priority task will be to develop and formalise a network of Capability acquisition stakeholders that you will directly support in the identification of future Industry requirements. Your team will; analyse these objectives within the context of the Defence Industry Development Strategy, undertake the relevant Market analyses and develop & deliver the future ODIS Industry uplift support Program.
This role has significant reputational, Program/Project/Contract management and leadership responsibilities so the ability to work with broad range of individuals at all levels will be a key requirement. Applicants will need to demonstrate their skills and experience related to the functions indicated above or similar at a Departmental or Organisational level.
About our Team
The Office of Defence Industry Support, ODIS, is part of Australian Industry Capability Division within Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group, Department of Defence.
ODIS’s purpose is to work with businesses, industry, associations and state and territory governments to help build a globally competitive and sustainable Australian defence industry that can meet Defence’s capability requirements.
ODIS is designed to help transform the Defence/industry relationship and to provide guidance on new Industry Development, critical skilling and export programs. ODIS also helps facilitate access to Defence’s innovation programs for small to medium enterprises.
Our Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate their qualifications and experience at the Executive/Director level against:

• Strong understanding of the geo-political and strategic environment of Australia.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in Program and Project Management.
• Strong understanding of Defence Business, the Capability lifecycle and Industry Policy.
• Demonstrated experience in training design and delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and interpret policy at an Executive Level.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement workforce management and initiatives that drive business outcomes.
• Strong management skills, with the ability to manage multiple portfolios simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills at the strategic level.