Assistant Director, Governance, Assurance and Risk | Full-time Permanent

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) in Canberra is seeking an Assistant Director to join the Governance, Assurance and Risk team. You will provide strategic governance advice, develop and implement reporting frameworks, and prepare high-quality briefings for senior executives and government stakeholders.

You will lead projects that support strategic priorities, maintain governance documentation, and drive continuous improvement through research, analysis and stakeholder engagement

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate or strategic reporting is desired but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic governance advice and reporting for senior executives and government stakeholders.
• Develop and implement governance and performance reporting frameworks.
• Review business processes and governance frameworks to support decision-making.
• Prepare high-quality briefings, reports and correspondence for executives and committees.
• Lead projects that support strategic priorities and cross-directorate initiatives.
• Maintain governance documentation and records; drive continuous improvement through research and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Governance

Reporting

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Project Management

Team Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Job description

Assistant Director, Governance, Assurance and Risk
Full-time Permanent

Details: Governance, Assurance and Risk is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Director to join the Governance and Reporting team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic planning, governance frameworks and cross-directorate initiatives that support effective decision-making and organisational performance.

In this role, you will provide strategic advice on governance and performance reporting, develop and implement strategies, review business processes and frameworks, and prepare high-quality briefings, reports and correspondence for senior executives and government stakeholders. You will lead projects that support strategic business priorities and work closely with colleagues across the Directorate to deliver strong governance outcomes and maintain alignment with whole-of-government requirements.

You will also be responsible for preparing reports and insights for executive committees, maintaining governance documentation and records, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives through research, analysis and stakeholder engagement. The role requires strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build productive partnerships across government and external organisations.

As an Assistant Director, you will work collaboratively in a team environment while managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality customer service. You may also supervise and mentor junior staff , supporting their professional development and fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable individual with excellent organisational skills, sound judgement and a demonstrated ability to deliver results in a complex environment.

Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in corporate or strategic reporting is desired but not essential.

Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .