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SalaryGroup Manager Legal | Group Manager Legal | Legal Strategy & Services | Legal Systems & Tribunal Liaison Section
The Legal Systems and Tribunal Liaison Section is the department's key liaison point with the Migration and Refugee Division (MRD) of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) and the Immigration Assessment Authority (IAA).
The successful candidate will work in the Tribunal Liaison team and will be responsible for providing support to departmental staff, the MRD and the IAA in matters relating to merits review. The Team Leader reports to the Assistant Director and will oversee the day-to-day functions of the section. Applicants will have a strong work ethic and will see work through to completion.
Our ideal candidate
- Excellent interpersonal skills and high-quality written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with all audiences
- Demonstrated ability to use judgement and resolve sensitive issues
- Familiarity with visa processing and legislative and policy frameworks governing merits review
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, exercise initiative and think outside the box
- Working knowledge of departmental systems (including ICSE and TRIM), or the ability to quickly develop an understanding of these systems
Duties and responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor and lead a small team, while maintaining team cohesion in a fast-paced and complex environment
- Plan and achieve section work goals in accordance with established priorities, manage workflows and undertake quality assurance to achieve agreed outputs
- Contribute to branch or sectional projects, including strategic planning, stakeholder management and various reporting activities
- Provide high-level support to the Department, AAT and various other stakeholders
- Coordinate and host high-level meetings and manage sensitive and complex enquiries.
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 23/04/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST – Late applications will not be accepted.
As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document 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
Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.
Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 131981 in the document footer.
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 Systems information relevant to the classification.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
Diversity and inclusion
The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
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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.
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.
