Assistant Director AIC Program Support and Assurance

The Role As an Assistant Director AIC Program Support and Assurance, you will: Lead the provision of advice and support to procurement planning, tendering, contract formation and contract management on matters related to Australian Industry Capability. Apply AIC policy in project business cases, approval documents and evaluation of the AIC aspects within tender responses. Lead industry engagement activities, and support the growth of AIC Program awareness. Support negotiations of contracts with suppliers and finalise AIC elements of contracts with clients. Undertake procurement and manage contracts on behalf of the branch where appropriate. Prepare briefing material to support Ministerial meetings and events relating to the AIC program. Work collaboratively with stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop and lead strategies to improve and uplift the AIC program aligned to policy, Defence Industrial Development Strategy and CASG 2.0 initiatives. Manage and lead a team, including by providing clear and consistent communication, setting performance and behavioural standards, delegating responsibility and guiding and developing people. About our Team Australian Industry Capability (AIC) Division supports Defence delivery on the Government’s policy direction to equip and sustain the ADF. AIC Division assists in developing new initiatives designed to drive behavioural change across Government, Defence and Industry to develop a deeper and broader sovereign industrial base while making Defence a stronger client. Our team works closely with senior Defence Leaders and Minister’s providing advice on all aspects of AIC Delivery. AIC Division assists Defence to implement and enhance the AIC Program by providing advice and support to Capability and Project Managers. We work across Defence and with other federal agencies to implement the AIC program, drive exports through the creation of supply chain opportunities, run the Defence Industry Studies Course, and help Defence understand industry capability through the use of specialised tools. Working with us will provide a unique opportunity to engage with Government and Industry on an important Government initiative, and an opportunity to develop or utilise your experience in public service and/or commercial acumen. Our Ideal Candidate We are seeking motivated high-performing, enthusiastic and collaborative leaders who enjoy a challenge and are comfortable working with competing priorities, responding and adapting to new and changing circumstances, while maintaining strong attention to detail.  Your good interpersonal skills will enable you to successfully lead a team of diverse people to achieve timely outcomes set by Defence and Government. Your leadership skills will promote and enhance our strengths-based team culture.  Our ideal candidates will have; An interest in/ or experience in working in dynamic team environments; engaging with diverse stakeholders; using initiative to solve problems and apply critical thinking skills. Prior experience in contract management in different stages of the procurement lifecycle, including in developing contract documentation, evaluation of tenders, and developing and reporting on contract performance indicators.  Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, that are self-motivated and client focused and able to prepare and present advice and briefs for senior Defence leaders and Ministers. Service orientation with a desire to add value and support stakeholders. High levels of integrity and accountability in the work that you perform. Application Closing Date: Thursday 30 May 2024 For further information please review the job information pack, reference  CASG/03456/24  on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/? jati=F1B1B9A8-397A-043B-ACBB-DABE205429FD