Job Description
This position can be based in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth or Sydney.
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Position Overview
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The Assistant Director Governance & Compliance will provide support, information and advice to the Director Risk, Governance and Compliance on activities and functions of the Court.
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The Assistant Director Governance & Compliance is responsible for:
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Assisting with the Courts business planning process
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Assisting with the review, development and implementation of frameworks, policies, processes and procedures, that are consistent with the Courts business planning requirements
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Assisting with the Coordination, monitoring and reporting on governance compliance
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Assisting with the review, development and implementation of frameworks, policies, processes and procedures, that are consistent with the Courts governance requirements
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Major Activities
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Under limited supervision, the position is required to:
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Preparation of correspondence, submissions, briefing materials and responses for matters relating to business planning, governance and compliance.
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Coordinating of the Courts public reporting requirements relating to business planning, governance and compliance
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Coordination of responses to ad hoc requests from Government and other external stakeholders relating to business planning, governance and compliance
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Have a high standard of written communication skills
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Develop and maintain internal and external relationships with our stakeholders
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Be able to work in a fluid environment by remaining flexible, agile and adaptable
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Be committed to ongoing self‐improvement and professional development.




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We are seeking a driven team player, who is motivated to lead and enjoys working in a rapidly evolving and forward‐thinking environment. Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self‐starter who is able to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships while providing advice and constructive feedback. You will be a fast learner, who can also use their current skill set to contribute to new ideas and improvements.
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Previous experience in a Court environment will be highly regarded.
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Formal Qualifications
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Experience in risk management, governance, compliance and/or public reporting requirements for agencies under the PGPA Act is desirable.
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Tertiary qualification graduate or postgraduate in a relevant discipline and/or a qualified certification is desirable.
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Selection Criteria
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Demonstrated experience in governance, compliance and/or public reporting requirements for agencies under the PGPA Act or demonstrated ability to quickly acquire such knowledge.
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Strong understanding of complexity within Commonwealth Government organisations and area‐specific policies, processes to monitor and guide on governance and compliance to influence quality outcomes.
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Demonstrated leadership and management skills including the ability to determine workflow priorities, assume responsibility for the delivery of outcomes and the development, coaching and guidance of staff.
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Highly effective communication, interpersonal, representational and negotiation skills and the demonstrated ability to prepare high quality written reports, briefs and correspondence.
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Demonstrated experience working cooperatively in a team‐based environment.
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Applications close on Monday 18 May **** at 11:30pm (AEST).
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Diversity and Inclusion
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Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.
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First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter‐generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
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Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
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RecruitAbility
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RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit:

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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📌 Assistant Director, Governance & Compliance (Victoria)
🏢 Federal Court of Australia
📍 Victoria