Job Opportunities in Australia

• Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide
• Applications close 29 October 2024

About the Department

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the National AI Centre

At the National AI Centre (NAIC), we’re accelerating positive AI adoption and innovation that benefits business and community. This includes partnering with industry and the broader ecosystem to uplift Australia’s AI capability, to support SME success with AI, and to uplift the practice of safe and responsible AI. Our team is actively engaging with industry and the AI ecosystem to support the landing of priority initiatives and gathering perspectives to shape the government’s AI strategy.
The NAIC team leads several high profile initiatives such as Australia’s AI Month, the AI Leadership Summit, the Responsible AI Network, Australia’s AI Sprint, AI Industry Connections, the AI Industry Directory, and the development of the Voluntary AI Safety Standard. These initiatives together with regular industry reports, enable Australia’s businesses to take advantage of the AI opportunity in a safe and responsible way.
This is a great time to join the highly dynamic National AI Centre at the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.

The NAIC is supported by the Technology and Digital Division. Across the division, we provide a flexible working environment which includes remote working options. For most roles, candidates do not need to be based in Canberra. The department has offices in most state and territory capitals. We are a flexible and supportive workplace and are open to part-time and job-sharing options for the positions. We prioritise and invest in the growth and development of our teams and individuals and seek to create a workplace which values inclusion and diversity.

The opportunity

The National AI Centre has several EL2 roles, including Manager and Individual Contributor roles. Areas of potential focus cover Industry Growth and Responsible AI, and include:

• Team and section leadership,
• Strategic program development and ownership,
• Collaborative engagements with industry and the AI ecosystem,
• Establishment and convening of community programs and forums,
• Convening experts to shape best practice guidance,
• Development of standards for AI deployment and development,
• Shaping AI policy and investments, and gaining associated buy-in and approvals

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidates are dependable, curious, positive, flexible, effective communicators, team players, work well under pressure and like to have fun at work!
We are looking for people with strong backgrounds in areas of industry program leadership and delivery, AI and cloud technology, stakeholder engagement, standards development and procurement.
We are building a dynamic and diverse team, our ideal candidates will demonstrate some of the following capabilities:

• Proven relationship skills and the ability to build rapport with stakeholders across industry and government, including the ability to anticipate their needs and work collaboratively
• Have excellent conceptual and analytical skills and the ability to efficiently prepare materials for presentation to senior officials, forums and non-expert audiences
• Work autonomously to complete tasks with limited or incomplete information
• Apply professional judgement to make and communicate decisions on matters that may have a significant impact program or policy directions
• Experience developing and delivering industry programs and initiatives
• Understanding of AI, robotics or cloud technologies and the implementation paths for businesses
• Provide leadership to your team by navigating a dynamic working environment, supporting staff to anticipate and establish priorities and support their learning development

We will work with new team members to build their subject-matter expertise in the division’s focus areas and provide opportunities to develop skills in industry engagement, designing policy, and developing and implementing programs.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.

What you will do

The National AI Centre works closely with industry to land programs and initiatives which support AI adoption and innovation across Australia’s businesses.
At the Executive Level 2, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks which could include:

• Leading strategic initiative development, including working on new AI industry program proposals and applying AI policy in industry contexts
• Working broadly across government stakeholders to shape National AI Centre strategy, approach and deliver aligned initiatives and outcomes
• Contributing and convening expert AI advice and recommendations to shape AI policy and programs
• Program design, implementation and evaluation for industry and ecosystem programs
• Liaising, collaborating and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders to shape program and policy success
• Identifying and navigating complex contexts, risks and sensitivities and providing balanced solutions to stakeholders
• Preparing, reviewing and advising on complex briefing papers, Ministerial correspondence and discussion papers for presentation to senior staff and stakeholders
• Contribute to strategic planning of agency wide objectives and contribute to the continuous improvement of workplace culture (Section Manager)
• Leading a diverse team, setting strategic direction and being accountable for developing, coaching and mentoring staff (Section Manager)

We will work with successful candidates to find responsibilities and tasks that suit their individual preferences and aspirations.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

Notes

The department currently offers flexible work opportunities for many roles. These vacancies are available Nationally, flexible or remote work arrangements may also be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

Application information

Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align to the key duties listed above.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact recruitment@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Stela Solar on 02 9397 1673 or via email on Stela.Solar@industry.gov.au

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