Requisition Number: 131480
Position Number/s: Several
Classification: APS Level 5
Location: ACT; QLD
Division: Policy & Programs
Branch: N/A
Section: Various
Security Classification: Baseline Vetting
Salary: $79,375.00 to $84,859.00
Contact: Amanda Gilmartin Email: amanda.gilmartin@nema.gov.au
Period of Vacancy: Ongoing
Number of Vacancies: Several

Applications close: Sunday 03 March 2024 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.

About the National Emergency Management Agency

The National Emergency Management Agency's work has a real impact on the lives of Australians, particularly those living in rural and regional areas.

The National Emergency Management Agency's guiding principle is “Locally led, locally understood and locally implemented” and we bring together local communities, government, non-government and key industry representatives to support disaster recovery and resilience across the country.

Your work will help people who are recovering from natural disasters and prepare them for the future.

Work at the National Emergency Management Agency

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) lets you build a career that makes a difference in the lives of Australians. NEMA funds a range of programs and initiatives on behalf of the Australian Government.

• These programs help communities to deal with, recover and prepare for disaster through disaster recovery funding and the Disaster Ready Fund to help reduce the risk and impact of disasters
• NEMA connects with communities, industry and non-government organisations around Australia to share lessons and provide awareness on navigating government services
• NEMA listens to community and industry to inform strategic policy and planning and provides national leadership through policy development and strategy to improve risk reduction, resilience and recovery
• NEMA shares knowledge, situational awareness, and trends in disaster efforts to inform, guide and shape the national picture and decision-making with federal, state and local government
• NEMA provides 24-hour monitoring of all hazards and coordinates operations for domestic and international emergencies. NEMA also supports preparedness and response activities through the operationalisation of the Australian Government Crisis Management Framework.

Overview of the Disaster Resilience and Recovery Group

The DRR Group supports prevention and risk reduction, recovery and reconstruction for Australians impacted by disasters. Our work makes it possible for Australians to rebuild and recover from disaster, and become more resilient.

There are greater pressures on the Australian Government to meet the needs and expectations of Australians when we face complex and concurrent disaster impacts and the increasing risk of disaster. NEMA is increasing its ability to shape and deliver Australian Government support to these affected communities across the nation. Working in the DRR Group gives you a unique opportunity to shape Australia’s future and contribute to real change for impacted communities.

About the roles

The DRR Group is recruiting for a number of roles across:

• The design and delivery of recovery and resilience initiatives, programs or funding
• Advising on and developing national and strategic policy to reduce disaster risks or enhance recovery outcomes.

You will use your skills in this fast-paced and exciting environment and improve recovery and resilience outcomes for communities.

Our ideal candidate

We are looking for people who can demonstrate resilience, agility, responsiveness and curiosity. Successful candidates will enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment, contribute to building high-performing teams, and produce high-quality work, while working with competing priorities and deadlines.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference.

This includes:

• Developing and implementing programs or policies
• Coordinating key lines of effort at all levels of government
• Monitoring and evaluating the efficacy of our work.

We encourage applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age people 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.

We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential.

Specific Duties / Responsibilities

The Policy / Program Officer will be responsible for:

• Contributing to strategic policy, programs and projects and/or managing contracts to contribute to positive policy outcomes
• Developing effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, including but not limited to, charities, community groups, state and territory governments, councils and industry
• Providing secretariat support to committees and working groups, contribute to reporting and other governance processes
• Draft briefing and material to support executive, the Minister and contribute to Parliamentary and Cabinet processes
• Liaising across government and other stakeholders to align and integrate disaster risk reduction into relevant activities
• Working effectively under pressure and in a changing environment to deliver high quality advice and outcomes.

Role Requirements/Qualifications

To be successful, you will need to have:

• An interest in policy and/or project management
• Some influencing and negotiation skills, and be able to develop effective relationships with a range of stakeholders
• An understanding or an ability to gain an understanding of relevant government policy, legislative and financial frameworks including Commonwealth procurement and grant rules and guidelines
• Basic oral and written communication skills to advise and influence stakeholders and decision makers
• The ability to show initiative, sound judgement, integrity and personal drive
• An interest in understanding of disaster and climate management, and the issues facing Australia
• Experience or an interest in program management, and/or disaster funding programs and policy at Commonwealth, state or local government level.

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), ensure your name and job requisition number is in the footer, which you will upload in the next section. As there are a variety of jobs available, you may wish to highlight specific skills (for example, program delivery, policy, secretariat support, etc.).

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.

Note: Please note, this is a bulk round which will cater to a number of branches. We do not expect applicants to fulfill all of the requirements listed above. We encourage you to highlight in your application the key areas of responsibility which align with your skillset and your interests.

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 the online recruitment system (ourPeople).

As part of your application, you will need to provide:

• Your CV
• Your Applicant Response document
• Details of two referees
• Include your full name and the Requisition Number - 131480 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.

Eligibility and Specific Conditions of Employment

To be eligible to work with the NEMA you must:

• Be an Australian Citizen
• Fulfil the Agency’s minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process
• Obtain and maintain the required AGSVA clearance
• Satisfy a probation period
• Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).

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 Agency offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

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.