Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS). All applicants offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a pre-engagement screening check, even if they have a security clearance. The screening check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Baseline level. The successful applicant/s must be willing to share all relevant and required information.
The NCA encourages and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with Disability, LGBTQI+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.
One-page pitch outlining how your skills and experience are relevant to the role. Please consider the job description/duties when developing your one-page pitch.
Incomplete applications may affect the ability of the Selection Advisory Committee (SAC) to assess suitability for the role.
Who we are
The National Capital Authority (NCA) is the Australian Government agency dedicated to ensuring that Canberra is planned, designed and managed in accordance with its significance as the National Capital.
Our work encompasses urban planning, development approvals, events management, asset management, heritage management, capital works delivery, education and commercial, leasing and licencing activities.
Duties
Under limited direction:
Manage the daily functions and administration of NCA business systems and provide a high level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders and clients.
Manage the monitoring of budgets, income and expenditure, accruals and monthly variances. Oversee the procurement and management of ICT contracts as required.
Undertake ICT audit requirements from time-to-time to ensure ICT equipment is being managed within ICT guidelines, such as spot check audits for hardware.
Manage resources and performance consistent with NCA policies and Australian Public Service standards.
Manage status reports on business system projects and for other reporting requirements for the NCA including Annual Report, Audit and Risk Committee, Authority papers and other reports as required.
Undertake secretariat duties and arrange meetings for ICT and the section as required.
Develop Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs) for ICT functions and provide advice and assistance relating to ICT related activities.
Contribute to, and assist with, the development of policy and strategies that support the strategic direction of the ICT functions.
Participate as a constructive member of the National Capital Authority and provide reasonable support with Branch functions as required.
Qualifications/Mandatory Requirements
Demonstrated experience in contract management.
Demonstrated experience in project management.
Ability to gain and maintain a security classification of Baseline is mandatory.
Preferred experience
At least 5 years demonstrated experience and understanding in Information Communication Technology (ICT) or related discipline is required.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated understanding of government processes and statutory obligations, particularly in ICT, business systems, procurement and contract management.
Ability to develop and maintain effective and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government departments, consultants and contractors.
Highly developed written and oral communication, analytical, research, time management skills and ability to exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrated ability to develop productive internal working arrangements, as well as undertake external representation duties.
Ability to plan for results, manage resources, implement change and to manage own performance within the APS context, including people management, diversity and WHS.
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.
We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
