- Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW; Perth, WA; Darwin, NT
- Salary Range: $75,809 -$99,461 + attractive superannuation
- This vacancy has been identified to participate in VetPaths
These roles offer the opportunity to work across policy, service and program delivery and integrity functions within the Policy and Programs Group in DVA, contributing to outcomes that support veterans and their families.
Our ideal candidate is a collaborative and adaptable professional who engages effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to support informed decision-making. They communicate clearly and professionally, tailoring their approach to suit different audiences, and contribute positively to team outcomes. They demonstrate a commitment to building capability across the team, including mentoring new staff and actively participating in training and knowledge-sharing to foster a culture of continuous learning.
They bring strong organisational, analytical and judgement skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within timeframes. With a sound understanding (or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge) of relevant legislation, policies and processes, they apply a high level of attention to detail to assess information and support evidence-based decisions. They proactively identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and service delivery, while maintaining integrity and professionalism, particularly when handling sensitive personal information and ensuring strict adherence to privacy, confidentiality and integrity requirements.
All applicants will be assessed against the APS4 requirements. Applicants who are not assessed as suitable at the APS4 level, but who demonstrate the capabilities required to perform the duties at a lower work level, may be considered suitable for engagement at the APS3 classification.
DUTIES
Support Officers may undertake a range of duties across the Policy and Programs Group.
A full list of duties can be found in the below.
ELIGIBILITY
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Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).
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All applicants external to DVA offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a pre-engagement screening check, even if they have a security clearance. The screening check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements.
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The successful candidate will be required obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance.
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This recruitment process is being used to fill ongoing and/or non-ongoing position/s. For more information about the role, please see the .
A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months.
Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.
DVA embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. We are dedicated and committed to attracting and recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and encourage applications from people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Take on a rewarding, varied, and broad career with an Australian Public Service Department that can bring balance and flexibility to your working life, while supporting you to stay connected to your community.
DVA is committed to improving the data skills and capability of our workforce to underpin our goal of becoming a leading data-driven organisation.
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
The Australian Public Service (APS) values the unique skills, perspectives, and experiences that veterans gain during their Australian Defence Force (ADF) employment and encourage veterans to apply. Support may be available to veterans transitioning to meaningful APS careers through participation in VetPaths, which offers veterans an opportunity to participate in a six-month program offering formal learning and development, career mentoring and activities for wellness and peer support.
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