Senior Executive Service Band 1 – Assistant Secretary Henderson Construction and Assistant Secretary Specialist Systems
Defence
Canberra, ACT
Full-time
On-Site
No experience
Salary not disclosed
Posted on the 9th Apr 2025
Job active till 21st Apr 2025
Defence is seeking dynamic senior executives to drive the organisation forward and deliver on Defence’s mission – to defend Australia and its national interests. As part of the Senior Leadership Group, you will play a key role in promoting and influencing a shared commitment to the strategic direction of Defence, as most recently detailed in the National Defence Strategy.
You will:
• Lead and manage a branch practicing inclusive leadership, collaboration and integrity;
• Demonstrate strong judgement and capitalise on innovative alternatives to resolve complex problems;
• Effectively challenge the status quo when required;
• Demonstrate resilience and personal accountability for the quality of advice and delivery of results; and
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader, exemplify the Defence Values and Behaviours, and engender a culture of innovation and agility. They will be self-aware, positive in considering and respecting a diversity of ideas and perspectives of others. They will demonstrate the...