Director - Finance Training and Transformation

Director - Finance Training and Transformation Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry – Canberra ACT

The

Funding and Revenue branch

is the 'policy' arm of Finance and Investment Division. The Funding and Revenue Branch is responsible for leading and delivering cost recovery services and advice, external budgets and costing support, portfolio agency engagement on financial matters, levies policy and administration, levies compliance functions and oversee the delivery of the finance improvement strategy. Our work requires public service professionals in administrative, policy and financial roles that come together under the leadership of our directors. We are the perfect place to come if you are a policy, operational or administrative officer who is looking to add some corporate experience to your resume. Our work is often high profile, and we get to engage directly with the department's external stakeholders including industry, representative groups, and our Minister.

The

Finance Training and Transformation team

is responsible for developing training content and collaborating with SMEs to design, refine, pilot and implement finance training courses ensuring employees are equipped with the relevant information they need to undertake their roles with a view of uplifting financial management capability across DAFF. In addition, the team is responsible for the delivery of the Financial Management Program under the broader Department Transformation Action Plan; focusing on supporting the three central capability themes of Financial Capability Building, Financial Governance and Financial Architecture.

Key duties The Director will exercise a significant degree of independence and will use a high-level of decision-making and judgement. The key duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

leading, coordinating and assuming responsibility for highly complex or sensitive projects and work program outcomes across the function that have strategic or operational significance to DAFF under the broader Department Transformation Action Plan

developing an overall financial performance management and accountability framework, including policies and guidance materials

supporting the development of finance training content in collaboration with SMEs to design, refine, pilot and implement finance training courses with a view of uplifting financial management capability across DAFF

managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment, whilst balancing immediate operational needs with long-term objectives

applying sound judgement and risk management in decision-making, ensuring compliance with legislative, policy, and governance frameworks

strengthening relationships with internal and external stakeholders to build strategic alliances and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes

contributing to the financial management of the Branch through budget management and efficient allocation of resources

facilitating an inclusive and positive team culture, provide strong leadership, and support team members in enhancing their capability and professional development, while ensuring employee engagement and wellbeing

Recruitment Information

This recruitment process will initially be used to fill one vacancy on an ongoing basis.

The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing vacancies in the branch where the duties are of a similar nature.

Flexible working arrangements We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. To seek further information please speak with the contact officer prior to submitting your application.

Eligibility What we are looking for

Knowledge and experience The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or experience:

demonstrated experience in providing strategic direction and delivery of outcomes in complex environments, balancing immediate operational needs with long-term objectives

demonstrated experience in strong leadership and people management capabilities

experience in building and sustaining strong working relationships with external stakeholders, senior management, and team members employing a consultative and influencing approach to achieve positive outcomes and are an excellent communicator

experienced in adapting to varied functions and challenges across the department.

demonstrated experience in driving innovation, continuous improvement, and capability development within your area of responsibility.

Mandatory qualifications

Have experience with the Commonwealth budget process, Australian Government Financial Management process and / or have accounting qualifications.

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