ACT Government Hiring for Executive Branch Manager, Infrastructure Finance and Reform Job at Canberra Full Time

ACT Treasury, a stream of the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (CMTEDD), is seeking an appropriately qualified person to fill the position of Executive Branch Manager, Infrastructure Finance and Reform.

As Executive Branch Manager, you will be responsible for leading a small team of professionals in advising government on the development of infrastructure projects, including the use of private finance where appropriate, partnering with directorates to ensure that projects provide the required evidence and analysis to justify the funding decisions of government; managing the process and providing commercial support for the assessment of Unsolicited Proposals; and reviewing and updating policy frameworks such as the Capital Framework and the Partnerships Framework.

Applicants will need to demonstrate their ability to provide briefings to senior executives and Ministers, exemplify leadership at an executive level, along with the ACTPS Values and signature behaviours and an understanding of the financial and commercial advice required to inform government on complex capital projects and infrastructure funding models. The role requires effective engagement with the ability to apply sound judgement and a high level of integrity to all work. Strong oral and written communication and liaison and negotiation skills are necessary to achieve positive outcomes across a range of responsibilities.

The successful applicant will report directly to the Deputy Under Treasurer, Budget, Procurement, Infrastructure and Finance within Treasury, CMTEDD.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply.

Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $257,573 – $268,725 depending on the current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $223,039.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: Tertiary or post graduate qualifications in Business, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Finance or a similar field are highly desirable or alternatively, tertiary qualifications in another field combined with strong numeracy skills gained through experience in financial analysis and reporting.

Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.

How to Apply: Please provide a curriculum vitae, contact details for two referees, and provide a response of no more than two pages addressing the Executive Capabilities.

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