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Salary:        60016212
SES BAND 1
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
Migration and Visa Policy
Special Labour Market Initiatives
Attractive remuneration package will be negotiated


Note: Applications close Sunday, 3 August 2008 at 11:30pm - AEST.


Overview:

The Migration and Visa Policy Division is responsible for setting the direction for Australia’s migration strategies and key entry programs for the medium to long term.   The Assistant Secretary,  Special Labour Market Initiatives Branch, within the Migration and Visa Policy Division, will be responsible for leading and managing the Branch responsible for designing and implementing special labour market projects and  pilots related to employment of overseas workers in industries and regions that are not able to source workers from within Australia


Specific Duties:
   
The key roles will include:
                                            
1.        Manage the effective and efficient delivery of special labour market initiatives.

2.        Lead Branch staff in developing and implementing special labour market initiatives

3.        Develop strategies which meet the needs of the Australian labour market, prevent exploitation of overseas workers and adequately protect Australian workplace standards and conditions.

To be a strong contender for this challenging role you will have a strong record of innovative achievement as a manager, especially the driving of organisational change, the capacity to shape strategic thinking, exemplify personal drive and integrity, cultivate productive working relationships and communicate with influence.









Selection Criteria:
The capabilities outlined under each of the main headings are not in themselves additional criteria and it is not intended that applicants address each and every capability.  Applicants should frame their application against the selection criteria, taking account of particular capabilities where they have been identified as relevant to the duties of the position.

A.        Shapes Strategic Thinking
Relevant Capabilities:
•        Inspires a sense of purpose and direction
•        Strategic Focus
•        Ability to recognise opportunities, harness Information
•        Shows judgement, intelligence and common sense

B.        Achieves Results
Relevant Capabilities:
•        Organisational capability
•        Professional expertise
•        Implements change
•        Ability to clarify ambiguities
•        Closure and delivery

C.        Exemplifies Personal Drive and Integrity
Relevant Capabilities:
•        Professionalism and probity
•        Risk-taking and personal courage
•        Action orientation
•        Resilience
•        Self awareness
•        Commitment to personal development

D.        Cultivates Productive Working Relationships
Relevant Capabilities:
•        Nurtures internal and external relationships
•        Facilitates cooperation and partnerships
•        Values differences and diversity
•        Guides, mentors and develops people

E.        Communicates with Influence
Relevant Capabilities:
•        Communicates clearly
•        Listens, understands and adapts to different audiences
•        Negotiates persuasively


The Migration and Visa Policy Division is responsible for setting the direction for Australia’s migration strategies and key entry programs for the medium to long term. The Assistant Secretary, Special Labour Market Initiatives Branch, within the Migration and Visa Policy Division, will be responsible for leading and managing the Branch responsible for designing and implementing special labour market projects and pilots related to employment of overseas workers in industries and regions that are not able to source workers from within Australia.

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Position Description

Reference: PN 60016212 - SES BAND 1 - M&VP DIVISION