Assistant Inspector-General, Agency Oversight

Job Description

Who are we? The Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) is central to the independent oversight of the Australian intelligence and security agencies. The Inspector General is an independent statutory office holder who reviews the activities of Australia’s intelligence and security agencies to ensure they act legally and with propriety, comply with ministerial guidelines and directives, and respect human rights. All IGIS staff members assist the Inspector-General to provide assurance to ministers, the parliament and the public that these agencies are using their powers as intended. We are a small portfolio agency, proud of our contribution to the national interest. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset – we recruit and retain highly capable, motivated professionals with high levels of integrity and personal drive; and we invest in, and value, their development. Further, we offer a rewarding, positive, and inclusive environment, empowering staff to work flexibly in their contribution to the achievement of agency goals. What we offer At IGIS, we offer an attractive package which includes a combination of competitive remuneration, rewarding job opportunities and a high performing team environment, including: generous employee benefits with competitive salary and the potential for other allowances and benefits flexible working arrangements including family friendly, caring and work-life balance provisions professional development opportunities including further study, training and professional memberships a team of intelligent, experienced and engaged leaders committed to achieving outcomes the opportunity to liaise across a range of agencies including security and intelligence agencies a supportive, balanced culture that fosters inclusion, personal growth and the balance between professional and personal endeavours. The Opportunity The Governance and Coordination team plays a critical role in ensuring the Office has an effective governance framework, engages with stakeholders including the Minister and Parliament, meets a number of legislative requirements under the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 and has the policies and procedures necessary to meet organisational and strategic objectives. The Governance & Coordination Officer will, under limited direction, work collaboratively in a small team to develop policy, advice and recommendations across a wide range of governance, strategy and policy areas. Key responsibilities of the Governance & Coordination Officer support the Office’s ministerial and parliamentary services, including preparing submissions to Ministers, Senate Estimates briefs, and responses to Questions on Notice develop and manage key governance documents such as the Annual Report and Corporate Plan, and related performance reporting requirements deliver secretariat services for a range of senior committees, including preparing meeting agendas, papers, and correspondence to internal and external stakeholders support the IGIS risk and fraud frameworks including conducting regular reviews, providing advice and reporting to relevant committees assist in the management of the team’s responsibility for the IGIS’s internal public interest disclosure function support internal and external communications, including the OIGIS website and internal communication platforms develop and maintain effective, professional relationships and communicate with influence with a broad range of stakeholders. Desirable skills experience in a governance or corporate role, and a working knowledge of the requirements of the PGPA Act experience in a governance discipline, such as enterprise risk, fraud or internal audit within a Government context experience in the coordination and preparation of parliamentary workflows, including submissions, briefs and packs in support of senior executive engagement with Senate Estimates or other Parliamentary Committees demonstrated experience in providing secretariat support to senior boards or committees, including Audit Committees demonstrated ability to work within a highly sensitive workplace and desire to resolve complex problems. Highly Desirable skills demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills. demonstrated ability to achieve outcomes often working independently against established priorities, practices and methodologies. the ability to build and maintain effective relationships and an ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders. high-level time management skills, and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines and deliver high quality outcomes. a demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion and integrity and work effectively in a small team. Essential requirements the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Positive Vetting clearance To be successful in this role you will have: a desire to work in a productive, values-driven organisation and to achieve results a positive attitude, energy and commitment to the objectives of the IGIS a collaborative and respectful approach to all aspects of your work the ability to conduct your work in an organised and flexible manner excellent stakeholder relationship skills and the ability to work collaboratively across government and outside a demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work effectively in a small team. Eligibility Security, suitability and integrity requirements Positions at IGIS are positions of trust. Appointment to our Office depends on the outcome of an employment suitability assessment. Appointment and ongoing employment at the Office are subject to a Positive Vetting clearance being granted and maintained. Security vetting may take many months to complete and requires candidates to provide significant personal information to the vetting authority. In addition, all IGIS staff are required to make annual conflict of interest declarations to ensure the independence and integrity of the Office. Am I eligible to apply? You must be an Australian citizen and you must have a checkable background. Note: we must be able to practically verify, from independent and reliable sources, (cumulative) periods of 12-months or more spent outside Australia. You must be willing to undergo a comprehensive security clearance suitability assessment. Note: ‘willing to undergo’ means fully cooperating in the assessment process, including the timely provision of information and documentary evidence. The successful candidate must be located in Canberra or willing to relocate. The IGIS offers relocation assistance to new starters relocating to Canberra from interstate. How to apply For further details and to apply, click on the 'Apply' button. Applicants are required to apply using the webform on the IGIS website by Sunday 23 February 2025 at 11:30pm AEDT. #J-18808-Ljbffr