EL1 level Assistant Director - Strategy

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an exceptional EL1 level Assistant Director Strategy to drive impactful projects and influence strategic policy decisions located in SURRY HILLS NSW.

About the Role:

As the EL1 level Assistant Director Strategy, you'll tackle complex challenges that hold strategic, political, and operational significance. You'll develop actionable insights, create high-level policy recommendations, and support the our client's mission to build a world-leading Scheme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting structured analysis to inform strategic initiatives.
• Producing quantitative and qualitative models in Microsoft Excel.
• Preparing high-level briefings and communications for senior stakeholders, including Ministers and the Board.
• Leading discussions, presenting recommendations, and facilitating stakeholder alignment.
• Managing complex projects, driving change, and embedding policies across the organisation.
• Representing the organisation in negotiations and high-profile forums.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate of $602.55 per day at EL1 Level, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 11.5% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Make a meaningful impact in the disability sector.

• Opportunity to use your leadership skills in a high-impact, supportive team environment.

About You:

We are seeking a results-oriented professional with the following attributes:

• Demonstrated experience in strategic analysis and actionable insights development.
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis (e.g., Excel modelling).
• Strong policy development and implementation skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, including policy papers and reports for senior leaders.
• Expertise in managing high-complexity projects and driving organisational change.
• Collaborative mindset with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in presenting findings and influencing decision-making at senior levels.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with the Disability framework or similar public sector initiatives.
• Advanced Excel skills and strategic modelling capabilities.
• Relevant qualifications in public policy, business, or economics.
• Certification in project management methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile, etc.).

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role

Positions close for submissions MIDDAY TUESDAY 28th January 2025.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.