EL 1 Assistant Director - Assurance

Australia

The Provider Assurance and Support Section forms part of the Program Delivery Division. The Provider Assurance team is responsible for the design, implementation and ongoing management of assurance activities for DVA’s healthcare providers. The program of work incorporates risk and data analysis to prepare and implement forward work plan, developing and refining the supporting assurance framework, and analysing data assets for the purpose of assurance activities.

The Assistant Director Assurance is responsible for leading a team of assurance officers to develop and deliver the forward work plan for DVA’s healthcare providers. The role provides expertise to support and develop the assurance team. This position will lead development of the Section’s forward work plan for assurance activities and is responsible for provision of quality strategic advice to the Director and Executive team regarding assurance activities, review findings and the assurance strategy.

We are seeking an Assistant Director Assurance who possesses exceptional skills in managing competing priorities and excels in stakeholder management. While a background in assurance is beneficial, it is not a strict requirement. What we value most is the candidate's ability to understand the strategic context and the implication of decisions. They must have the capability to assess cost-benefit analyses and make informed choices that align with DVA’s objectives.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem solving skills and possess the ability to identify systemic improvement opportunities. They should be adept at recognising patterns that may impact future work or reveal strategic business opportunities. Experience in working in agile environments is desirable, but adaptability and flexibility are key attributes for success in this role.

We are looking for someone who can thrive in a dynamic environment, where priorities may shift rapidly. The Assistant Director Assurance will play a critical role in ensuring that assurance activities align with the organisation’s strategic goals, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Duties

The Provider Assurance and Support Section forms part of the Program Delivery Division. The Provider Assurance team is responsible for the design, implementation and ongoing management of assurance activities for DVA’s healthcare providers. The program of work incorporates risk and data analysis to prepare and implement forward work plan, developing and refining the supporting assurance framework, and analysing data assets for the purpose of assurance activities.

The Assistant Director Assurance is responsible for leading a team of assurance officers to develop and deliver the forward work plan for DVA’s healthcare providers. The role provides expertise to support and develop the assurance team. This position will lead development of the Section’s forward work plan for assurance activities and is responsible for provision of quality strategic advice to the Director and Executive team regarding assurance activities, review findings and the assurance strategy.

We are seeking an Assistant Director Assurance who possesses exceptional skills in managing competing priorities and excels in stakeholder management. While a background in assurance is beneficial, it is not a strict requirement. What we value most is the candidate's ability to understand the strategic context and the implication of decisions. They must have the capability to assess cost-benefit analyses and make informed choices that align with DVA’s objectives.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem solving skills and possess the ability to identify systemic improvement opportunities. They should be adept at recognising patterns that may impact future work or reveal strategic business opportunities. Experience in working in agile environments is desirable, but adaptability and flexibility are key attributes for success in this role.

We are looking for someone who can thrive in a dynamic environment, where priorities may shift rapidly. The Assistant Director Assurance will play a critical role in ensuring that assurance activities align with the organisation’s strategic goals, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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This recruitment process is being used to fill ongoing and/or non-ongoing position/s. For more information about the role, please see the Candidate Information Pack.

Where a non-ongoing position is offered, the role will be filled for an initial specified term of up to18 months.

A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months.

Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.

DVA embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. We are dedicated and committed to attracting and recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and encourage applications from people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Take on a rewarding, varied, and broad career with an Australian Public Service Department that can bring balance and flexibility to your working life, while supporting you to stay connected to your community.

DVA is committed to improving the data skills and capability of our workforce to underpin our goal of becoming a leading data-driven organisation.

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. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability Candidate Information Pack

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