Office of the ITEC Commissioner

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Job Req ID ABF-136595 Location ACT Employment Type Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time Classification Executive Level 1 - $110,788.00 and $129,928.00 plus 15.4% super (part-time pro-rata) Contact Officer Katie Wilkinson on 02 6198 7996 Office Arrangements Flexible; Hybrid - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role. Applications close on 05/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted. About our opportunity This process is being used to fill several immediate position/s. 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 ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA. About our team National Operations | Tobacco & E-Cigarette Wofg TF | N/A | Office of the ITEC Commissioner The Public Health (Tobacco and Other Products) Act 2023 (the Act) establishes the illicit Tobacco and E-cigarette (ITEC) Commissioner. These positions will support the ITEC Commissioner and Commander through a coordinated approach to strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and event management, focusing on the ITEC's role in implementing whole of government strategies to address illicit tobacco and e-cigarettes. The positions actively manage external stakeholder relationships with key stakeholders both internally and across other Commonwealth, State and Territory agencies, including law enforcement agencies. Our ideal candidate Skills and capabilities we need: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to suit diverse audiences and translate complex information into plain language. Highly organised, delivering results while running multiple projects with competing deadlines. Ability to identify, analyse and synthesise information from a variety of sources. Policy analysis, research and problem-solving skills. Duties and responsibilities There are a variety of positions available at the EL1 level. The Assistant Director/Inspector, Strategic Policy Section plays a key role in analytical and research activities to assess complex information from a range of sources to inform evidence-based advice that contributes to policy and or strategy development, including legislative change. They will be critical in connecting and influencing broader policy and national strategies for addressing illicit tobacco and e-cigarettes. They will need to efficiently synthesise materials into briefings and advice, objectively assess evidence and apply facts within a legal and policy setting. The Assistant Director/Inspector, ITEC Reporting Section is responsible for overseeing the drafting of responses to Questions on Notice, drafting ministerial submissions, briefs, correspondence and Question Time Briefs and ensuring these are tailored to have a clear purpose, the right audience and considers the environment. They lead the drafting of high-level briefings for the ITEC Commissioner supporting their attendance at Parliamentary Inquiries or Hearings and Senate Estimates. The Assistant Director/Inspector, ITEC Engagement, Governance and Communication operates in a dynamic, high-profile environment and undertakes work under broad direction. They must be able to quickly grasp high-level strategic issues and directions and convey them simply and effectively to a broad audience. They are responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating communication strategies and plans that support whole of Government strategies for addressing illicit tobacco and e-cigarettes, cross-agency engagement, designs and promotes major events and announcements. How to apply Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 05/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST – Late applications will not be accepted. As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a statement of claims (maximum of one-page) addressing the following capabilities: Contributes to strategic thinking Achieves results Supports productive working relationships Communicates with influence Eligibility To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance. Diversity and inclusion The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr