Manager, 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 servantsThe opportunity to work on fast-paced projects across a wide range of APS portfolios and functions, using your consulting skills to deliver public valueA chance to shape and lead the future of the Australian Government’s in-house consulting functionFormal learning and development – on top of the opportunities available to every PM&C employeeGenerous 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 CanberraRelocation 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 or those who have a track record of delivering solutions to complex strategic problems, 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. As a Manager, you will:

Work closely with partners and clients to drive and deliver end-to-end high quality strategic consulting projects that meet client needs, aligned to AGC’s strategic policy and organisational transformation service linesManage client relationships and skilfully engage with key stakeholders to influence outcomesProvide thought leadership across AGC to refine and expand AGC’s service offer, while lending your expertise to other project teams and proposing innovative ideas and solutions to drive AGC forwardApply strong critical and strategic thinking and an entrepreneurial mind-setApply structured problem-solving techniques to policy and organisational challenges, facilitate workshops and interviews, analyse data and deliver meaningful resultsManage and mentor AGC staff in a positive and uplifting manner, contributing to AGC’s culture and capability.

Why you’re the ideal candidateAs a Manager, you will bring:

Advanced expertise in a consulting, advisory or analytical environment that aligns with our strategic policy and organisational performance service offeringsThe ability to plan effectively and exercise initiative and judgment to deliver high quality work products which have been testedThe ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with internal and external audiences to drive the development of solutionsThe ability to work autonomously and at pace to deliver results in sometimes uncertain and high-pressure work environmentsThe ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment with people at all levelsFlexibility and resilience to deliver results, maintain team morale and manage expectations in ambiguous and sometimes high-pressure work environments.

In 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.