Director, Coordination and Planning Officer

Job Description

Job Req ID NEMA-136147 Location WA Employment Type Ongoing, Full-time Classification Executive Level 2 - $136,570.00 and $162,540.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata) Contact Officer Angela Cameron on 0476 688 047 at Office Arrangements Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role. Applications close on 10/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted. About our opportunity This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position.Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in WA. 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. Branch/Section Overview: The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Coordination and Planning Branch provides national coordination across Government to support States and Territories to respond to disasters. Working through meaningful partnerships, the Branch seeks to build Australia’s capacity for disaster response, recovery and resilience with an increased coordination and planning capability within the Australia Government. Directors manage the delivery of work through a Coordination and Planning network that supports State, Territory and local Governments, across the full disaster continuum. The Branch comprises a Strategy and Coordination Section, and six state teams (NSW/ACT, QLD, VIC/TAS, SA, WA, and NT) dedicated to AusGov coordination and planning support and partnering with jurisdictions, who have lead responsibility under disaster management governance arrangements. The Coordination and Planning Branch supports delivery of national policies and programs and contributes to key NEMA functions, such as the Crisis Coordination Team (CCT). Position Summary: Directors for Coordination and Planning are located across Australia in metropolitan locations, working in partnership with States and Territories to support disaster-affected communities to collectively build resilience, reduce risk and harm, and effectively respond to and recover from disasters. Directors manage Assistant Directors and a nation-wide network of Coordination and Planning Officers to ensure strong coordination across the Australian Government and with States and Territories, more joined up support for communities and an ability to surge support across the nation when required. This is achieved by supporting NEMA with: Response and early recovery planning Recovery and resilience program design, assurance and improvement Decision making through information and issues management Senior Official visits and associated briefings. Teams also work in close partnership with States and Territories to: Coordinate information and, when required, directly support communities (including vulnerable communities) to understand and access Australian Government support Support and enable the development of local resilience, recovery and response plans and preparedness activities. The Director will be required to support teams who assist in other functions delivered by the Branch and may be required to work outside of standard business hours. This includes coordinating the deployment of resources in support of Emergency Management and Response operational priorities, including a surge capacity to disaster impacted locations and fulfilling functions within the CCT. Directors are expected to exercise high levels of initiative, judgement and leadership within their jurisdiction. They provide detailed technical, professional and policy advice in relation to complex problems and provide a conduit between NEMA, other Australian Government Departments/agencies, and the States and Territories to assist with strategic planning and coordinated response to operational or program issues that arise. Specific Duties / Responsibilities: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, to identify and maintain mutually beneficial and productive working relationships. This includes being the primary connection for NEMA with Australian and State Government officials operating in the jurisdiction Provide strategic advice, problem solving and issues management for internal and external stakeholders in relation to complex and potentially controversial matters Anticipate and establish priorities, monitor progress and work to deliver required corporate outcomes, specific agency functions or a program within an area of responsibility Contribute to the strategic planning of agency wide objectives. Set strategic direction, develop long-term plans and implement operational strategies aimed at achieving specific agency objectives within a discipline or area of responsibility Provide leadership in implementing and promoting a climate of change and continuous improvement Apply and maintain an extensive understanding of the role and responsibilities of the agency, incorporating a comprehensive understanding of the agency’s impact on the wider political and community context in which it operates Address future agency and stakeholder needs when initiating the development of new systems, procedures, policies, methodologies and practices Communicate and make decisions that may have significant impact on the day-to-day operation of the work area and other parts of the agency Develop and manage key strategic relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, promoting the agency’s business objectives and strategic direction Represent and negotiate on behalf of the agency to advance the agency’s interests in cross-agency, inter-jurisdictional, and other forums Ensure high quality outputs including that employees maintain a high level of specialist, professional and/or technical expertise. Experience/Role Requirements/Qualifications: This position requires the following: High level stakeholder engagement and management experience managing complex and sensitive issues with a variety of stakeholders Strong personal resilience and ability to lead teams through change, ambiguity and disaster management engagements High level written and verbal communication skills with an ability to identify issues, lead solutions and communicate implications of decisions and actions on NEMA’s objectives and stakeholders Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and strategic directions when achieving team planning and outcomes in line with agency goals and objectives, in an unpredictable and dynamic work environment Experience in Emergency Management (desirable requirement, with preference for experience in operational and recovery roles) Work with a high level of autonomy under broad direction with a concurrent need to resolve issues and deliver quality outcomes Ability to deploy to disaster impacted areas (if required). 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), which you will upload in the next section. 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. 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 - 136147 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 ( ) 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: . #J-18808-Ljbffr