AddressContact: [[hiringManagerName]] Phone: 0414 060 574
Period of Vacancy: Ongoing
Number of Vacancies: Several
Applications close: Thursday 20 October 2022 at 11:59pm (midnight) - AEDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
Who can apply:
Please note this opportunity is available to current Australian Public Service employees and all eligible members of the community.
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The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for centrally coordinated strategy and policy leadership in relation to domestic national security arrangements, law enforcement, emergency management, counter-terrorism, social cohesion, the protection of our sovereignty, the integrity of our border and the resilience of our national infrastructure.
The Australian Border Force, an operationally independent body within the Department of Home Affairs, is Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and Australia's customs service. The Australian Border Force's mission is to protect Australia's border and facilitate the legitimate movement of people and goods across it.
Overview of the Branch and Section:
The Enterprise Analytics and Data Applications section and the newly established Data Science Capability section, in the Data Science Branch, provide operationally focused enterprise analytic capability and data science capability development. We work collaboratively across all border domains and the broader portfolio to continuously improve its data science capabilities with the aim to effectively inform and support decision makers. We use entrepreneurial approaches that embrace technological disruption to reshape and ‘future-proof’ Department’s capabilities. Our work is a key enabler of digital transformation within the Department through the application of technology, data, machine learning and artificial intelligence.
We undertake research and development in the field of data science by applying new approaches, innovative techniques and technologies to departmental data. This includes developing and deploying end-to-end solutions in areas including, but not limited to, predictive analytics, computer vision, and natural language processing.
Data Science Branch is committed to high standards or integrity and ethical responsibility. We are leading efforts to improve accountability and transparency throughout the lifecycle of our analytic capabilities. This includes taking active measures to assess and counteract analytic bias within artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) capabilities, ensuring high standards of integrity, and using data ethical and responsible manner.
Workforce diversity is critical to performance in our field. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce across gender, culture, religion, identity and life experience domains. We invest heavily in our people recognising the critical role empowered staff play in leading innovation.
About the role:
There are several exciting opportunities in the section at the EL1 level for Data Science Managers working across different border domains including cargo, mail, trade, traveller and visa. You will develop and deliver analytical products to support business lines across the portfolio, including Visa Programme areas, Intelligence Division and the Australian Border Force (ABF) operations.
Data Science Managers are responsible for leading the development of analytical products. They manage a team of data scientists, analysts and engineers to design and deliver analytic solutions. Data Science Managers develop strong relationships with business lines across the portfolio and work closely with ICT to facilitate the integration of analytical products into production systems. Data Science Managers represent the section in a variety of forums and act as an advocate for the Department’s data science capabilities.
Our ideal candidate:
The Branch is looking for people with strong analytical and problem solving skills who enjoy working with data and cutting edge technology. The ability to work well within a team, and to develop positive working relationships with others within and external to the Department is essential. You will be self-driven and have a commitment to innovation.
Data Science Managers may not necessarily have prior experience working with data, but will have an interest in, and a commitment to the application of data science and machine learning to solve difficult business problems. They will have highly developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills to build and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders across the Department, Portfolio and international partners.
Specific duties/responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of analytical and data-driven solutions to business problems
- Engage and collaborate with a range of stakeholders across the Department to establish business requirements and deliver and deploy tailored analytic products
- Develop and maintain up-to-date documentation of analytic products and associated communications, briefing and policy material tailored to specific audiences
- Maintain awareness of the latest research, trends and technology in the field of data science, artificial intelligence and AI ethics
- Collaborate with portfolio, other APS agencies and international partners to enhance data sharing and analytics cooperation and represent the Section and the Department at a variety of forums
Mandatory Core capabilities
This position has been assessed in accordance with the APSC Role Evaluation Framework. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the capabilities, skills and knowledge, and adhere to all relevant aspects described by:
- Work Level Standards
- ILS - A guide to the Integrated Leadership System
- Home Affairs Professional Standards and Integrity Framework
- APS Legislative Requirements
- APS Values and Code of Conduct
Applicant response:
As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a one-page response document (minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section.
Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.
Please prepare a one-page Applicant Response 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.
How to apply:
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 System information relevant to the classification. You are required to submit your application in Home Affairs' online recruitment system (ourPeople).
As part of your application you will need to provide:
- Your CV
- Your Applicant Response document
- Details of referees
- Include your full name and the Requisition Number - [[id]] in the footer of any documents being uploaded.
Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment
To be eligible to work with the Department of Home Affairs you must:
- Be an Australian Citizen
- Fulfil the Department’s minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process
- Obtain and maintain the required AGSVA clearance
- Obtain and maintain a current Employment Suitability Clearance
- Satisfy a probation period
- Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).
To be eligible to work in some roles, you may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any COVID-19 booster dose to maintain an 'up-to-date' status). Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation, if a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable period, they may not be offered that role.
Technical Assistance
If you are experiencing problems submitting your application online, please email the nature of the issues you are experiencing to Recruitment (recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au) including screen captures if necessary. A response will be sent during business hours.
Notes
Remuneration: The Department offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.
Information about employment in the Department of Home Affairs, 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
If you have identified as having a disability, please indicate whether you require any support throughout the selection process. For further information please contact Recruitment: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
