Assistant Director, Governance and Support

Job Description

Assistant Director, Governance and Support Flexible (Any Location) Ongoing/Non-ongoing, Full Time/Part Time EL1 Governance and Support Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) Who we are We are Australia’s National Vocational Education and Training (VET) regulator. What we do We regulate providers that deliver VET qualifications and courses to students in Australia or offer Australian qualifications internationally, providers that deliver VET courses to overseas students, and certain providers that deliver English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students. We also accredit VET courses to make sure nationally approved standards are met. Why we do it We ensure quality VET so that students, industry, governments and the community have confidence in the integrity of national qualifications issued by training providers, and that students are protected from any practices that come at the expense of their ability to gain the required competencies. ASQA supports and promotes a strong team culture, a safe, healthy and happy workplace and the sharing of knowledge. About the Opportunity We are seeking an Assistant Director in Governance and Support to lead a small team within ASQA’s Digital Transformation Program, to successfully: Drive non-delivery program functions, such as the coordination and reporting of Program risks/issues and management of Program benefits. Manage Program governance, including review of Program frameworks, processes, and plans. Oversee effective management and facilitation of Program Board, supporting the secretariat function where required. Ensure accurate and timely reporting on Program performance and status. Manage vendor contracts and the Program budget. Oversee the logistics for Program functions, such as Program Increment Planning. Provide strategic advice and guidance to the external Program Board, the Chief Digital Officer, and Senior Responsible Officer on ongoing Program performance. Build effective working relationships with business partners, Program teams, external vendors, assurance partners and auditors. Key responsibilities include: Champion the importance of governance and assurance across the Program, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Provide strategic advice and guidance to the external Program Board, the Chief Digital Officer, and Senior Responsible Officer on ongoing Program performance. Facilitate the Program Board monthly meetings and present analysis of progress, risks and issues. Ensure there is visibility of program and project dependencies across the Agency, highlighting any risks or issues to the Program Board and other governance mechanisms where necessary. With the CDO and other Program members, shape the development of proposals that drive benefits realization for the Agency. Build effective working relationships with business partners, Program teams, external vendors, assurance partners and auditors. Manage the Program budget and vendor/contractor engagements. Skills and experience To succeed in this role, you will have: Ability to work collaboratively within a team, including providing leadership support to colleagues. Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, support the management of change, and inspire a sense of purpose and direction consistent with ASQA Values. Demonstrated experience in a Program-level Governance and Support or PMO role. Demonstrated ability to turn strategies into actionable plans and to execute on those plans. Ability to communicate strategic and operational information in both written and verbal contexts, in a clear and concise manner to multiple audiences. Demonstrated capacity to manage collaborative stakeholder relationships to achieve positive outcomes. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and perform in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Qualifications in Project Management, Business, Governance, or other suitable qualifications. An understanding of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia, including the regulatory framework (or the capacity to quickly develop such an understanding). Experience operating in a Program delivery setting that operates under Agile and Human-Centred Design frameworks. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) community, people with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and people with neurological differences. What we offer You will be joining a dynamic workforce at ASQA that will support you to thrive in your career. You will have access to: generous leave entitlements a competitive salary (with clear and transparent salary progression and scheduled salary increases) 15.4% superannuation flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance, including working from home and hybrid working arrangements flexible working hours professional development opportunities health and wellbeing events throughout the year free and confidential 24/7 counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available for staff and their family members a $300 annual healthy lifestyle allowance additional paid time off during the Christmas close-down period. Benefits of working in the APS Purpose and meaning - the Australian Public Service (APS) offers a clear purpose and meaningful work where you can make a positive impact in people's lives. Opportunities to learn and grow - regardless of where you are in your career or what your skills are, there's a pathway and role for you. Community and belonging - we believe everyone belongs. Our leaders are focused on building a workplace which values diverse views, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. Flexibility and balance - we are committed to offering flexibility for all APS roles. We know flexibility is important so you can balance your work and personal priorities. Conditions and lifestyle - be a part of a secure, dynamic public service with great conditions of employment in a diverse range of roles and locations to support your lifestyle. How to apply It is important that you review the Position Description for more information on the role, including instructions on what to include in your application, before you apply. Please include the following in your application: a two-page pitch detailing your skills, background, and experience relevant to the role. a resume/CV, including the name and contact details of two referees (one should be your current supervisor/manager). When preparing your two-page pitch and resume, you should consider the relevant duties, selection criteria, skills, values and attributes required for the role, as outlined above and in the Position Description. Please ensure you provide specific, relevant examples of your work that will demonstrate your ability to perform the role. If you have questions about this exciting opportunity, please contact Shane Worthington, Chief Digital Officer via . Eligibility to apply Under Section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian Citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency delegate has agreed, in writing, to the contrary. The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a Federal Police Check and obtain a minimum Baseline Security Clearance (if they do not already hold a clearance). This position is available as (an) ongoing or non-ongoing opportunity. Non-ongoing opportunities will be offered for an initial fixed term period of up to 12 months, with the potential to be extended further or to become ongoing. This selection process may be used to establish a merit pool. The merit pool may be accessed to fill ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies for similar roles within ASQA or across the APS over the next 18 months. Applications close: 11:30pm (AEDT) Thursday, 20th February 2025. Position Description - PDF Version Opens in new window Position Description - Word Version Opens in new window Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr