Job Title
National Manager Corporate
Job Reference Number
Classification
Salary Range
Job Opportunity
Reports to
Location
Identified Position
10543842
SES Band 1
Ongoing; Full time
Chief Commissioner/Chief Executive Officer
Melbourne
No
Security Classification
Contact Officer
Secret
Elaine Merritt (03)9954 2623
Closing Date
10 pm AEST 29 September 2011
The Australian Skills Quality Authority’s (ASQA) vision is that students, employers and governments have full confidence in the quality of vocational education and training outcomes delivered by Australian registered training organisations.
ASQA has been established as a national regulator as the result of the Council of Australian
Governments’ (COAG) commitment to nationally consistent regulation of the vocational education and training (VET) sector.
ASQA is responsible for the registration of training organisations and accreditation of VET courses to ensure nationally approved quality standards are met. ASQA regulates in accordance with the legislation and standards of the VET Quality Framework and Standards for VET
Accredited Courses.
ASQA is professional and forward looking, and committed to a culture of quality management assuring both the quality of VET through national regulation and to the improvement in the quality of VET outcomes.
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ASQA supports and promotes a strong team culture; a safe, healthy and happy workplace; and sharing of knowledge. ASQA celebrates diversity and values work life balance.
Additional information about ASQA, and our pay and conditions of employment, are available from our website www.asqa.gov.au
ASQA is looking for people who have initiative, a commitment to excellence, strong analytical and problem solving capabilities, an ability to think conceptually as well as creatively, the capacity to communicate effectively with stakeholders, and to work within a team environment.
The primary role of the National Manager Corporate is to manage the provision of all corporate services to enable ASQA to efficiently, effectively and successfully meet its corporate objectives and discharge its responsibilities, including government and statutory reporting obligations.
Reporting to the Chief Commissioner/CEO and as a member of the Executive Management
Team, the National Manager Corporate is responsible for developing and implementing the corporate strategy as well as the essential support services. The focus of the role is to provide strong leadership and management in the functional areas of: human resources, financial management, communications, property and facility services, information management and technology, agency security, service delivery and infrastructure. Responsibility for human resources sits with a Project Manager until 30 June 2012, after which it moves to National
Manager Corporate. There are approximately 20 ongoing staff within the branch with some additional staff and functions involved in the early establishment of ASQA.
The position contributes to the strategic direction of the ASQA including organisation-wide human resource, financial and business issues and the ASQA governance framework. The position applies effective internal control systems and external accountability, managing an audit program and monitoring the agency’s risk profile and business continuity plan. It also oversights development of contemporary systems and management strategies to facilitate the linkage between the regulatory program and corporate support functions.
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Develop and implement the corporate services strategy
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Contribute to the development and implementation of an Annual Operational Plan for
ASQA.
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Ensure the provision of efficient and effective corporate services delivery in keeping with
Australian Government accountability, legislation and other requirements
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Contribute to the development of an effective organisational culture and the change management process during the formation of the new agency
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Manage the financial administration aspects of ASQA including the preparation of annual budgets and budget reports
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Develop and implement information management and technology strategies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of ASQA’s regulatory and corporate activities
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Develop and implement a communications strategy, both internal and external, and manage the c ommunication relationship with the Minister’s office and other key stakeholders including DEEWR
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Develop and implement a human resource management strategy that incorporates a human capital plan and effective learning and development
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Liaise with partner agencies and other key stakeholders and develop effective relationships
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Contribute to corporate development by assisting in the induction, training and mentoring of staff within the corporate area
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Provide high level advice on aspects of operational policy and procedures to the Chief
Commissioner/CEO and provide input into submissions and policy papers as required
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As required, represent ASQA at high-level policy and planning discussions, negotiations and briefings
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Pre pare the agency’s Annual Report
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Contribute to the negotiation of an Enterprise Agreement for the new Authority.
To be successful in this position, you will have a demonstrated track record of leading and managing in a corporate environment. You will need to have a strong understanding of contemporary corporate management issues and a demonstrated record of achievement in implementing strategies which enhance service delivery and contribute to broader strategic business directions.
You will be a strong communicator with conceptual, strategic and management capabilities, along with the ability to manage competing tasks within tight timeframes. Your personal style and your ability to engender trust and respect will be complemented by sound judgment, drive and initiative.
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It is expected that the successful candidate will have the following attributes
 collaborative approach to problem solving
 well-demonstrated emotional intelligence
 professional authority and credibility
 the ability to direct and manage significant change agendas
 the ability to operate effectively in dynamic and quickly changing environments
 the ability to inspire confidence
 keen intelligence, persuasiveness and influencing skills
 a strong results orientation, resilience and a positive approach to issues resolution
 a proactive approach to professional and organisational development with the ability to engender enthusiasm and professionalism in others
 astute judgement and political awareness
 an awareness and appreciation of the sensitivities involved in state/territory/
Commonwealth relationships
 a sound appreciation of the operations and scope of the VET sector within Australia; and
 the highest ethical standards.
Qualifications
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Relevant tertiary qualifications such as finance, human resources, management or a related field and membership of an appropriate professional body will be favourably regarded.
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ASQA is committed to a culture of quality management and continual improvement in the performance of its regulatory services and corporate governance.
Our people demonstrate behaviours consistent with the APS Code of Conduct, uphold the APS values, and proactively take responsibility for their actions and are committed to workplace diversity, occupational health and safety and employee participation principles and have appropriate cross-cultural sensitivities.
The criteria below are applied when selecting for Senior Executive Service (SES) positions within the Australian Public Service (APS). When considering applicants,
Selection Advisory Panels will seek evidence of performance against each of the criteria.
SES selection panels may use a range of methods to identify work outcomes, capabilities and behaviours that demonstrate performance. It is therefore in the interests of candidates to present their application in a way that demonstrates significant outcomes associated with each of the criteria, as well as the capabilities and behaviours that underpin them. (Please note that it is not necessary to address the capabilities and behaviours individually.)
1. Shape Strategic Thinking
Relevant capabilities and behaviours:
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Inspires a sense of purpose and direction
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Strategic focus
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Ability to recognise opportunities, harness information
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Shows judgement, intelligence and common sense.
2. Achieve Results
Relevant capabilities and behaviours:
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Organisational capability
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Professional expertise
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Implements change
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Ability to clarify ambiguities
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Closure and delivery.
3. Exemplify Personal Drive and Integrity
Relevant capabilities and behaviours:
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Professionalism and probity
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Risk-taking and personal courage
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Action orientation
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Resilience
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Self awareness
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Commitment to personal development.
4. Cultivate Productive Working Relationships
Relevant capabilities and behaviours:
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Nurtures internal and external relationships
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Facilitates co-operation and partnerships
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Values differences and diversity
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Guides, mentors and develops people.
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5. Communicate with Influence
Relevant capabilities and behaviours:
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Communicates clearly
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Listens, understands and adapts to different audiences
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Negotiates persuasively.
6. Experience and knowledge
 Experience in managing a range of corporate activities and sound knowledge of the Com monwealth’s financial and/or human resource framework.
Applicants should address the selection criteria, provide a current curriculum vitae and include the name and contact number of at least two (2) referees.
For assistance addressing the selection cri teria you may wish to refer to ‘Cracking the Code:
How to Apply for Jobs in the Australian Public Service’. This may be found at http://www.apsc.gov.au/publications07/crackingthecode.htm .
For more information about the position please contact Elaine Merritt on (03)9954 2623.
To apply please email Human.Resources@asqa.gov.au
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