CFO-01251-13 APS 5 Finance Officer- Budget - Info Pack (PDF Version)

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Information Pack

Position Title: Finance Officer - Budget

Job Reference Number: CFO/01251/13

Position APS Level: APS Level 5

Position Location: Russell, ACT

Salary: $69,395 - $74,331 (plus superannuation) *

* this salary range reflects the 4 J uly 2013 DECA payrise.

Position/s: 2

Employment Status: Ongoing

Security Level: Baseline Vetting

Group: Chief Finance Officer

Division: Resource and Assurance Division

Branch: Resource Assurance and Analysis Branch

Contact Officer: Ann Towers

(02) 6265 7110

[email protected]

Closing Date: 11:30pm (AEST), Thursday 4 July2013

No extensions will be granted and late applicationswill not be accepted.

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About This Information Pack

This information pack provides useful material regarding the role that you areapplying for and further advice to guide you with your application.

Position Description

As a member of the Resource Assurance and Analysis Branch these positions areresponsible for analysis and assurance of the portfolio budget across key resourcecategories, including operating budgets - workforce and suppliers, capital investmentand operations budgets.

These positions undertake analysis and assurance of cost estimates provided for all

submissions both internal and external to the department, including Ministerial andCabinet submissions and Senior Defence Committees within the Chief FinanceOfficer Group clearance guidelines.

These positions also provide analysis and advice on group budgets and ensurealignment of Portfolio and group plans including the Defence White Paper, theDefence Capability Plan and Strategic Workforce Plan. The positions are a principalpoint of contact between the Groups and the Chief Finance Officer Group onresourcing and costing issues.

Relocation Assistance

The successful applicant for this position, will be provided with relocation assistance,if required, and in accordance with Defence policy. Further information on relocationsassistance will be available to the successful applicant through the Chairperson ofthe selection panel.


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Work Environment Description

The following tasks have been identified in relation to this vacancy:

Tasks involving Yes /

Minimal likelihood /Not known

Comments

Supportive TechnologyAvailable eg Personalprotective equipment (PPE),lifting devices

Administ rat ive

1. Computer Use Yes2. Generic screen based Yes3. Graphical/Analytical based Yes4. Sitting at desk Yes5. Standing for long periods Minimal likelihood

The job involves reviewing

information sent electronically

and analysing through the use of

relevant software.

Manual Handling

6. Lifting 0-15kg Minimal likelihood7. Lifting 15 kg + Minimal likelihood8. Climbing Minimal likelihood9. Bending Minimal likelihood10. Squatting Minimal likelihood11. Reaching Minimal likelihood12. Push/pull Minimal likelihood13. Sequential RepetitiveMovements in short period oftime

Minimal likelihood

14. Manual

dexterity/manipulation

Minimal likelihood

Work Environment15. Work with others towardsshared goals in a teamenvironment

Yes

16. Works in isolation from otherstaff (remote supervision)

Minimal likelihood

17. Distance walking (ie: Largebuilding or inter-building transit)

Minimal likelihood

18. Works outdoors None19.Works in a call centre

environment

None

20. Works in a customer serviceenvironment

Minimal likelihood

The role provides assistance tothe Senior Executive within ateam environment.

Tasks Involving21. Exposure to chemicals None22. Exposure to biologicalhazards

None

23. Working at heights None24. Requirement to wear

personal protective equipment(PPE)

None


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25. Requirement for full Colourvision

Minimal likelihood

26. Work with energetics andexplosives

None

27. Exposure to Petrol, Oil,Lubricant Products that maycause dermatological conditions

None

28. Exposure to extreme

temperatures

None

29. Confined spaces None30. Exposure to Non-ionisingradiation

None

31. Excessive Noise None32. Low Lighting None33. Dangerous Goods/Equipment

None

34. Exposure to airborne odours Minimal likelihood

Travel

35. Frequent travel - Vehicle Minimal likelihood36. Frequent travel - Aeroplane Minimal likelihood37. Frequent travel - Seaborne Minimal likelihood

Cyclic Workload

38. Peaks & Troughs Minimal likelihood39. Frequent Overtime Minimal likelihood40. Rostered Shift Work None

Duty Statement

1. Support the Director in leadership and delivery of section functions including: Workforce; Australian Defence Force Operations; Information Communication and Technology (ICT) and Infrastructure Strategic Reform Program; and Capital Investment.

2. Participate as a member of a small team in financial management and reporting,cost assurance, policy and procedure development and coordination of projectsundertaken by the section.

3. Compile financial and personnel management reports on a monthly basis or asrequired.

4. Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining systems and processes.5. Assist in providing financial management stewardship, governance and policy

guidance for Chief Finance Office Group.


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6. Liaise with stakeholders within Defence and other Government agencies relating tofinancial issues.

7. Contribute towards briefings and submissions, for Defence's executive and Groupsin relation to policies, processes and emerging issues.

Selection Criteria

Selection criteria are based on the capabilities and performance behaviours of theAustralian Public Service Integrated Leadership System (ILS). Applicants, whenpreparing their application, are encouraged to review the ILS as it provides guidanceand capability descriptions for all APS classification levels.

Applicants should address each of the selection criteria and provide examples whichdemonstrate their ability to perform the duties of the position.

You should be mindful that all information contained in your application must beUNCLASSIFIED. Applications containing classified information will not beconsidered by the Selection Delegate.

Prior to preparing your application you must also ensure that you meet the eligibilityrequirements outlined in this Information Pack. In particular, please note the timeframes relating to checkable background to meet security clearance requirements.

When you include an example, you should explain; Your personal role in the task The methods you used Any barriers you were able to overcome and The outcome.

PLEASE NOTE: Each selection criteria response has a word limit of 400.

1. Demonstrated ability to support strategic direction.

2. Demonstrated ability to achieve results.

3. Demonstrated ability to support productive working relationships.

4. Demonstrated ability to display personal drive and integrity.

5. Demonstrated ability to communicate with influence.

6. Demonstrated relevant experience and/or understanding of budgeting, accountingand financial analysis of projects/initiatives.


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Employment Agreement

Terms of the Engagement

The successful applicant for the position noted in this Information Pack will beengaged under the Public Service Act 1999.

Remuneration Package

In accordance with Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA) 2012 - 2014 thesuccessful candidate will receive an attractive remuneration package with a salarywithin the range noted on the front page of this Information Packand superannuationpaid in accordance with legislative requirements.

Defence Values

The Department of Defence has a framework of values that work alongside the APSValues and the values of the single Services to reflect the traditions and identities ofthe Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). Thevalues underpin the Defence corporate culture, contribute to achieving organisationalgoals and the basis of the behaviours expected of our people and leaders; both APSand ADF.

The Defence Values:

Professionalism Striving for excellence in everything we do.

Loyalty Being committed to each other, our leaders and the organisation.

Integrity Doing what is right.

Courage The strength of character to do what is right extending to bothcourage of convictions (moral courage) and courage in harm's

way (physical courage).

Innovation Actively looking for better ways of doing business.

Teamwork Working together with respect, trust and a sense of collectivepurpose.


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Application Instructions

If you need access to a computer to complete your application, internet caf locationscan be found on our APS Careers @ Defence website.

We recommend you start your application on eRecruitment as soon as possible. It isbest to complete your Selection Criteria in Microsoft Word then copy, paste and saveeach criterion into the system.

For more information please refer to the eRecruitment Applicant User Guide.

All applications must be submitted through the online application system prior to theclosing date.

NOTE: Do not withdraw your application for editing. Once you have withdrawnyour application, you will NOT be able to re-submit it or submit anotherapplication for this vacancy.

Further advice on addressing selection criteria can be found the Cracking the Codepublication located on the Australian Public Service Commission website.

You do not need to include written referee reports with your application. However,you should include the names and contact details of two referees who can commenton your work performance. We expect that one of your referees will be your currentsupervisor or manager. If you dont want us to contact your referees without advising

you first, indicate this in your application.

Vacancies will be extended in exceptional circumstances only. Applicantsrequesting an extension must contact the Contact Officer 24 hours prior to thevacancy closing date.

PLEASE NOTE:APS Careers @ Defence is for job seekers only. We do not acceptunsolicited resumes or applications from recruitment agencies and/or search firmsand will not pay fees to any such organisations unless arranged with the providerprior to advertising the vacancy.

Withdrawing an Application

If you have submitted an application, but no longer wish to be considered for theposition, you need to withdraw your application online.

PLEASE NOTE: Once you withdraw your application you will be unable to re-submitit or submit another application for this vacancy.


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For more information on withdrawing your application via the APS Careers @Defence e-Recruitment system, please refer to our e-Recruitment Applicant UserGuide

If you withdraw your application after the closing date, please inform the ContactOfficerthrough the phone number on the front page of this Information Pack.

Selection Process

Defence APS recruitment processes are based on merit which means that we selectthe best person for the job from a field of applicants. We compare and weigh-up theskills, experience and abilities of each applicant and often use different tools andtechniques (such as written applications, interviews and/or work sample tests) tocollect the evidence needed to make a merit-based decision.

Merit List

A merit list may be created from the list of suitable applicants which may be used tofill similar position/s in the event a position/s becomes vacant within the 12 monthsfrom gazettal date of this position.

Equity and Diversity

The range and nature of work in Defence requires a workforce that reflects ourdiverse society. We welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people fromdiverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We arecommitted to providing an environment that values diversity and supports employeesto reach their full potential.

Defence will consider all requests for reasonable adjustment for people withdisabilities to assist in the application process and if successful, the inherentrequirements of the position. If you have individual requirements that need to beaccommodated in order to participate in an interview or assessment centre please

inform the contact person listed on the front of this Information Pack.

For confidential advice contact: [email protected].

Eligibility

Employment with the Department of Defence is subject to conditions prescribedwithin the Public Service Act 1999.

Citizenship - To be eligible for employment with Defence, applicants must be anAustralian citizen. Only in exceptional circumstances can this requirement be waived.


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Health Assessment -The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a medicalexamination conducted by the Departments preferred medical provider.

Security Clearance - The preferred applicant will be required to successfullyundergo the security clearance vetting process at a specified clearance level. Thepreferred applicant MUST be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.

The preferred applicant MUST have lived in Australia, or have a checkablebackground, for at least the preceding:

Five years for BASELINE clearances, or

Ten years for NEGATIVE VETTING 1 / NEGATIVE VETTING 2 or TOPSECRET POSITIVE VETTING clearances.

Please note: The security clearance level required for this position can be found on

the front page of this Information Pack.

More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on theAustralian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Thank you for your interestDepartment of Defence

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CFO-01251-13 APS 5 Finance Officer- Budget - Info Pack (PDF Version)