Consultant/Senior Consultant, Strategy and Organisational Performance - Australian Government Consulting (Various Positions)

About the teamSituated within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Australian Government Consulting (AGC) was established to help the Australian Public Service (APS) confidently meet current and future challenges in-house, and selectively engage external consultants in a way that maximises value-for-money. We do this by delivering high-quality consulting projects that reflect our distinctive character as government consultants working for public impact (and nothing else).

Working in partnership with APS agencies on a wide range of high-profile issues that make a real difference to the wellbeing of Australians, we use consulting methods and deep knowledge of government to deliver: Strategy and policyOrganisational performanceBuying better from external consultants. We use consulting methods and deep knowledge of government to deliver strategic policy advice and organisational transformation projects. Situated within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, we work in partnership with APS agencies on a wide range of high-profile issues that make a real difference to the wellbeing of Australians.

We support APS clients to advise the government of the day, implement policies and deliver services to the community. Our team is committed to the public service and dedicated to maximising our impact by working collaboratively and pursuing excellence. Our project teams also help to shape AGC – and reshape the APS. We are pioneering a different way of working – a unique APS style of strategic management consulting. For more information on AGC including information on our service lines please visit the AGC Website. Our offer to youAt AGC, we offer:

The opportunity to develop rapidly by solving problems in small teams of talented peers and senior public servants. The opportunity to work on fast-paced projects across a wide range of APS portfolios and functions, using your consulting skills to deliver public value. A chance to shape and lead the future of the Australian Government’s in-house consulting function. Formal learning and development – on top of the opportunities available to every PM&C employee. Generous and flexible conditions, including 15.

4% superannuation in addition to base salary, allowances, salary sacrifice, study assistance, shut down leave, and relocation assistance for those outside of Canberra. Relocation assistance to relocate to Canberra – due to the nature of the work, roles with AGC are Canberra-based. We offer relocation assistance to candidates located outside of Canberra for these roles. What you’ll be doingDue to increasing demand for our critical in-house consulting services across the APS, we are expanding our team. We are looking for talented professionals to join our high-performing workforce and contribute complementary skills that will help us continue to deliver impactful outcomes.

We are looking for exceptionally talented Organisational Performance Consultants, Strategy Consultants and those who have a track record of delivering solutions to complex strategic problems and who are inspired by our mission to deliver public impact. You will work with a high-performing team to deliver management consultancy projects for Australian Public Service clients. Consultant – APS 5As a Consultant, you will: Apply AGC’s consulting methodologies to support delivery of high quality projects. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Apply critical and strategic thinking and an entrepreneurial mind-set.

Assist in implementing structured problem solving techniques to policy and organisational challenges, support workshops and interviews. Perform research work and data analysis, including contribution to project reporting and project deliverables. Assist in project management, coordination and administration activities. Senior Consultant – APS 6As a Senior Consultant, you will: Work closely with clients and AGC leadership to apply AGC’s consulting methodologies and deliver high quality projects aligned to our strategic policy and organisational transformation service lines. Skilfully engage with diverse stakeholders inside and outside of government. Apply strong critical and strategic thinking and an entrepreneurial mind-set.

Apply structured problem-solving techniques to policy and organisational challenges, facilitate workshops and interviews, analyse data and deliver meaningful results. Analyse key resources to generate meaningful insights and recommendations for clients. Develop and deploy your subject matter expertise across AGC’s service offer. Why you’re the ideal candidateConsultant – APS 5As a Consultant, you will bring:

Experience in a consulting, analytical or advisory environment that aligns with our strategic policy and organisational performance service offeringsThe ability to anticipate team requirements and manage your own work to meet deadlinesVerbal and written communication skills which is tailored for the audienceThe ability to work under guidance to support development of deliverablesThe ability to work collaboratively in a team and recognise the benefits of an inclusive environmentAwareness of strengths and weaknesses and the drive to seek feedback on your performance and improve on itSenior Consultant – APS 6As a Senior Consultant, you will bring:

Experience applying expertise in a consulting, analytical or advisory environment that aligns with our strategic policy and organisational performance service offeringsThe ability to anticipate and respond to executive, team, and client requirements in providing deliverablesThe ability to facilitate discussion and communicate clearly and persuasively with internal and external audiences to gather information and present project findingsThe ability to work under guidance to deliver high quality solutions which have been tested consistentlyThe ability to work collaboratively in a team and contributes to creating an inclusive environment with people at all levelsA drive to seek feedback on your performance and improve and to create learning opportunities for yourself and othersIn line with our dedication to an inclusive and safe workplace culture we are seeking candidates who are respectful of people’s unique differences, backgrounds and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture) particularly when communicating and working together.

Flexibility arrangementsAt PM&C we recognise the broad benefits of offering flexibility in how, when and where work is performed. We consider flexibility first from a starting position of ‘how can we make this work?’ and consider individual circumstances and operational requirements in making genuine attempts to establish mutually beneficial arrangements. Please reach out to the contact officer if you would like to explore what flexibility might look like for you, such as part time work, variable start and finish times or working from home.

EligibilityUnder section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. At PM&C to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application, unless exceptional circumstances apply. The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.

The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check, and will normally be subject to a six-month probation period if new to the APS or has not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS. How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Submit an online application through the Apply link by 11: 30pm AEST on Monday 25 August at 11: 30pm AEST.