• APS4 Scheme Corporate Systems Support Officer
• Contract Term: 12 Months + possible extension options
• Hourly Rate: $43.82 per hour exclusive Super
• Deakin location + Hybrid working arrangement

About the Role:
The APS4 Scheme Corporate Systems Support Officer role will provide critical support to the team by handling valuable administrative tasks, enduring smooth operations and enabling the team to focus on core responsibilities more efficiently.

Key Duties:
Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Provide administrative support to the project team
• Act as a touchpoint for internal and external contacts.
• Maintain team filing and administration systems.
• Assist in planning for meetings Participate in team meetings and draft and circulate minutes.
• Assist the team in ensuring they have the information needed to support ongoing team processes

Skills and Experience
Key skills required for role/s:

• 2-3 years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Demonstrate strong administrative skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate experience in hands-on resource management.
• Demonstrate well-developed communications skills.
• Demonstrate competency in Microsoft applications, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.

Desirable skills to have for the role/s:

• Experience in projects, PMO or business administration.
• Show competency in SharePoint, Confluence.
• Open to uplifting skills and adapting to new ways of working and tools.
• Comfortable with new ways of thinking about accessibility and enthusiastic about accessible design & development will be highly regarded.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Alternatively, you can contact Connie on 02 6129 6318 for further information.

• APS4 Assurance Review Officer
• Contract Term: 12 Months + possible extension options
• Hourly Rate: $43.82 per hour exclusive Super
• Deakin location + Hybrid working arrangement

About the Role:
The APS4 Assurance Planning Officer will provide operational and administrative support that is informed and directly by sound knowledge in service delivery areas.

Key Duties:
Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• APS4 Assurance Planning Officers are accountable under broad direction to undertake moderately complex work that delivers quality outcomes across the Assurance Planning Team
• Collection and assessment of key planning decisions in accordance with the National Disability Scheme Act and Rules
• High quality record keeping, including competency with IT systems, adhering to process guidelines and standard operating procedures
• Research and review decisions with regard to routine cases and manage moderately complex cases with the assistance of staff at higher classification level
• Organising the team email inbox, scheduling appointments
• Engagement with internal and external stakeholders
• Key skills required include communication and interpersonal skills

Skills and Experience
Key skills required for role/s:

• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Synthesis legislation
• Strong data literacy
• Strong customer engagement skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT Skills and can navigate computer databases

Desirable skills to have for the role/s:

• Understanding of Disability sector

Eligibility/Other Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Alternatively, you can contact Connie on 02 6129 6318 for further information.

• Multiple APS6 Case Management roles within a Federal Government Agency
• Contract Term: 6 Months plus possible extension
• Hybrid working option (Maximum 2 days working from home)

Our client is seeking for multiple APS6 Case Management Officers to join the Administrative Appeals Tribunal Case Management Branch.

About the Role:
The APS6 Case Management is accountable under limited direction to undertake complex work that is guided by legislation, policies, procedures, standards, methodologies and precedents.
The position is a team leadership position within the NDIA and will have delegated authority and responsibility to resolve issues and risks across a range of activities. The role is required to provide leadership, control, planning, resource management, performance management and decision making for the Team Membership within the work area.

The APS6 Case Management has reasonable autonomy and accountability to exercise both initiative and judgment to interpret legislation and policy, in the application of practices and procedures to achieve outcomes within the functions.

The position is required to provide detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex problems. Where required, the role will coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development that support the NDIA’s objectives to “build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme”.

Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining a considerable level of contact with internal and external stakeholders, providing detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex, difficult or sensitive issues.
• Undertaking end to end case management activities, with appropriate line manager input and oversight.
• Resolving matters through case management of AAT applications in relation to reviewable decisions in section 100 of the NDIS Act 2013, including NDIS plan and access decisions.
• Undertaking case management of complex AAT matters, undertaking analysis and developing options for early resolution.
• Obtaining necessary information and advice for the effective resolution of AAT matters.
• Applying alternate dispute resolution methods and advocacy skills, resolving applications and reviews, in keeping with the model litigant principles.
• Attending Case Conferences, Conciliations and Hearings conducted by the AAT.
• Preparing documents detailing resolution options and outcomes at Case Management meetings.
• Assessing and responding in priority and risk matters, including risk that impact the participant, Scheme sustainability and the NDIA.
• Preparing and building participant plans to reflect funded supports.

(NOTE: the key responsibilities of the role are based on current priorities and may change over time)

Skills and Experience
Key skills required for role/s:

• Individual Case Management of matters involving risk and vulnerable participants.
• Experience interpreting information and legislation to reach an agreed resolution.
• Decision making skills and the ability to justify decision based on evidence.

Desirable skills required for role/s:

• Knowledge of the NDIS and supports for people with disability.
• The ability to engage easily with a diverse range of people.
• Ability to achieve individual and team goals and targets.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Alternatively, you can contact Connie on 02 6129 6318 for further information.

• APS5 Policy Officer/Policy Analyst
• Contract Term: 12 Months + possible extension options
• Hourly Rate: $55.24 per hour exclusive Super
• Deakin location + Hybrid working arrangement

About the Role:
The APS5 Policy Analyst is a project-based position, playing a key role in supporting policy analysis, consultation, and strategic planning within an assigned IEP project area.

Key Duties:
Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Conducting in-depth analysis of policies, reports, strategies, and program/project plans related to NDIS budgets and outcomes,
• Supporting stakeholder consultations to gather insights on factors influencing scheme effectiveness,
• Contributing to the conceptual development and refinement of impact/evaluation modelling for the NDIS (non-technical),
• Preparing high-quality papers, briefings, reports, and other materials to communicate findings and recommendations,
• Coordinating and participating in meetings and workshops with both internal and external stakeholders,
• Working independently on assigned tasks and taking ownership of specific project components,
• Collaborating with team members to integrate findings into broader project outcomes.

Skills and Experience
Key skills required for role/s:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information from various sources,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare clear and concise reports and presentations,
• Proven stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders,
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment,
• Demonstrated capacity to understand and work with quantitative and qualitative data in policy contexts.

Desirable skills to have for the role/s:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in social sciences, public policy, economics, or a related field,
• 2-3 years of experience working in government or government consulting roles, preferably in areas related to social policy, disability services, or program evaluation,
• Understanding of budget processes and outcome measurements in government programs,
• Familiarity with impact evaluation methodologies,
• Experience in applying analytical skills to complex policy or program issues,
• Knowledge of current trends and debates relevant to the disability sector, the NDIS, and broader social policy in Australia.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application to Connie at Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. Alternatively, you can contact Connie on 02 6129 6318 for further information.

• 3 year contract up front + 12 month extension
• NV1 clearance required
• Must have experience managing large government projects with a strong background in ICT and design
• Canberra based only PLEASE!!!!

As an experienced Project Director, you will be responsible for leading a small team to deliver the agency’s Precinct Project and other capital works projects for its annual property capital works program, including managing contractor performance, focusing on stakeholder requirements and ensuring safety and compliance.

You will ideally have experience in managing large government projects with a strong background in ICT and design and must also have experience in large government or similar organisations.

Key duties to include:

• Develop, implement and evaluate project plans and schedules in accordance with the agency’s project management framework and consider project interdependencies.
• Collaborate with staff in immediate work area and with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee project design, governance arrangements and operational integration within the building including relocation/construction of the Infrastructure Lab. The space consists of an IT build room, IT secure build room, IT secure storeroom and infrastructure lab rack room.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in project management in large scale projects for government or similar organisations
• Ability to contribute to agency’s continuous improvement by improving systems, processes and tools related to project management and reporting.
• Ability to deliver the ICT and design elements
• Excellent Stakeholder management and ability to collaborate and communicate effectively that contributes to a cross-functional team development pipeline.
• Experience tracking a complex ICT project and providing support to clear blocking issues.
• Ability to producing talking points, project documentation and undertake research and issue resolution independently.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in project management in large scale projects for government

For more information and to apply for this opportunity, please contact Deep Ahluwalia at deepika.ahluwalia@talentinternational.com or call 02 6129 6300

The Opportunity

Our client is a community focused Federal Government Agency. They have an exciting opportunity available for a mid-level SharePoint Integration Developer to join their ICT Integrity Transformation Division in ensuring the delivery of systems and services that help protect and improve the integrity of the Agency.

12-month initial day-rate labour hire contract with a further 12-month extension possible. EL1 level role offering $800 – $900 inclusive daily, based out of our clients Richmond or Geelong office.

Hybrid environment with strong flexibility being offered.

About the role

The EL1 Integration Specialist is accountable under broad direction to undertake very complex work that delivers quality outcomes across the functions of the Agency.

The position requires a skilled Integration SME with expertise in SharePoint and Rest API integrations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, developing, and implementing integration solutions that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Design, develop and support integration solutions using SharePoint and Rest API to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse integration requirements.
• Implement and maintain integration solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and efficient.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, providing timely support to stakeholders.
• Document integration processes, configurations, and best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in SharePoint and Rest API integrations.

Essential criteria

• 3-5 years of experience in integration development, with a focus on SharePoint and Rest API.
• Strong knowledge of SharePoint Online.
• Proficiency in developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Able to deal with competing priorities in a fast-changing environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Australian Citizenship is a necessity along with the ability to obtain AGSVA Baseline clearance

Desirable skills and experience:

• Experience with other integration technologies such as REST, JSON, and XML.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Certification in SharePoint or related technologies.

APPLY

Submit your resume, or for further information please contact Liam.Lasslett@talentinternational.com for more information!

• Cyber Security Operations Specialist – NV2
• 9 months Contract + 12 months extension;
• Adelaide based role

Note: Due to nature of project NV2 (Negative Vetting 2) defence clearance is a must

We are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Operations Specialist holding NV2 (Negative Vetting 2) defence clearance, to join one of our clients in Adelaide. The following skills and experience are essential to be successful in this role.

Experience and skills we are looking for:

• Experience in Security Operations, Incident Response and Threat Hunting.
• Good understanding of ISM, DSFP, PSPF and their practical implementation.
• Experience in Windows security concepts – GPO, AD, MFA etc.
• Strong knowledge of current cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and analyse security events, alerts, and logs to detect and respond to potential threats and breaches.

If the above role sounds of interest, please click on “Apply Now”, or get in touch with Sheril via E// sheril.sequeira@talentinternational.com!

• 12 months + 12 months
• Canberra location
• Must be an Australian Citizen

Our Client

This government agency is a service provider, responsible for providing and funding a range of support services to thousands of individuals across Australia. With multiple locations across Canberra, and nationwide, the organisation seeks only the most skilled and professional individuals to assist them in developing programs, policies and initiatives that will improve the quality of life for vulnerable Australians.

The Role

Our client is seeking the engagement of an experienced Administrator, with specialist skills in SAS Viya, to be responsible for the installation, configuration and administration of SAS environments. The successful candidate will work closely with specialists across a range of disciplines to ensure optimal performance and user experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Administration and maintenance of SAS Viya environment
• Configuration of system settings, data sources and workflows
• Monitoring of system health and activity logs and resolving issues
• Management of role-based access using identity federation
• Oversight of data source integration into the SAS environment
• Development and maintenance of ETL processes
• Provision of technical support to SAS users

Skills and Experience

• Experience implementing and administering SAS environments, particularly Viya platform
• Fundamental understanding of SAS Visual Investigator, architecture and implementation best practices
• Strong knowledge of Identity and Access Management, Data Security and Backup/Recovery procedures for SAS Viya
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, scripting languages, REST APIs and cloud computing technology
• Familiarity with Kubernetes

Skills and experience in the following areas is desirable:

• Experience with OpenSearch and Amazon EKS
• Experience implementing security best practice for SAS environments
• Relevant certification in SAS administration and data analytics (highly desirable)

It is a requirement of this position that the successful candidate must be an Australian Citizen.

Applications
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY.’ For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 02 6129 6302 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com.

• 12 months + 12 months
• Canberra location
• Must be an Australian Citizen

Our Client

This government agency is a service provider, responsible for providing and funding a range of support services to thousands of individuals across Australia. With multiple locations across Canberra, and nationwide, the organisation seeks only the most skilled and professional individuals to assist them in developing programs, policies and initiatives that will improve the quality of life for vulnerable Australians.

The Role

Our client is seeking the engagement of an experienced Integration Specialist with subject matter expertise in SharePoint and Rest API integrations. The role will best suit candidates with a strong background in the design, development, and implementation of integration solutions to enhance digital presence and improve customer engagement.

The Integration Specialist will:

• Design, develop and support integration solutions using SharePoint and Rest API
• Work with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse integration requirements
• Implement and maintain integration solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration solutions
• Document integration processes, configurations, and best practices
• Stay abreast of latest technology trends in SharePoint and Rest API integrations

Skills and Experience

• Experienced in integration development, focusing on SharePoint and Rest API
• Strong knowledge of SharePoint Online
• Proficiency in developing and consuming RESTful APIs

Knowledge or experience in the following areas is desirable:

• Experience in other integration technologies such as REST, JSON, and XML
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and AWS
• Professional certification in SharePoint or related technologies

It is a requirement of this position that the successful candidate must be an Australian Citizen.

Applications
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY.’ For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 02 6129 6302 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com.

The Opportunity

Our client is a community focused Federal Government Agency. They have an exciting opportunity available for an APS4 Project Officer to join the Data, Analytics and Actuarial Division in ensuring quality actuarial services, analytics, data management, pricing and data governance across the Agency and to key stakeholders.

12 month initial contract with a likely chance of extension, offering an APS4 hourly rate of $43.82 + Super, to be based out of our clients Richmond or Geelong office with 2 days working from home.

About the role

The APS 4 Project Officer is a support position, playing a key role in facilitating the administrative and operational functions of the Investment Effectiveness Program (IEP). This role will provide essential support to the team’s policy analysis and strategic planning activities.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and managing stakeholder engagement activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
• Assisting with the management of external research contracts, including liaison with contractors and basic contract administration
• Supporting document management and version control for project materials
• Formatting and proofreading reports, briefings, and other written content
• Conducting basic research and data collection to support policy analysis
• Maintaining project management tools and tracking project milestones
• Organizing and coordinating workshops, seminars, and other events
• Providing general administrative support to the IEP team

Essential criteria

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Basic understanding of project management principles
• Capability to handle confidential information with discretion

Desirable skills and experience:

• Experience in government administration or similar roles
• Familiarity with contract management processes
• Understanding of the disability sector or social policy context
• Experience in stakeholder management and communication
• Knowledge of data management and basic analysis techniques

APPLY

Submit your resume, or for further information please contact Liam.Lasslett@talentinternational.com for more information!

APS4 Assurance Planning Officer.
Multiple opportunities for APS4 Assurance Planning Officer’s to join the Scheme Reforms branch in a Federal Agency.
The contract will run for 12 months from initial employment with potential for further extension.
Multiple positions available in Richmond, paying an hourly rate of $43.82 hourly + Superannuation.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Collection and assessment of key planning decisions in accordance with the National Disability Scheme Act and Rules
• High quality record keeping, including competency with IT systems, adhering to process guidelines and standard operating procedures
• Research and review decisions with regard to routine cases and manage moderately complex cases with the assistance of staff at higher classification level
• Organising the team email inbox, scheduling appointments
• Engagement with internal and external stakeholders
• Key skills required include communication and interpersonal skills

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Synthesis legislation
• Strong data literacy
• Strong customer engagement skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT Skills and can navigate computer databases
• Successful candidates must be able to supply evidence of Australian Citizenship

Apply
Hit apply now or more information please email Samuel.beckett@talentinternational.com

Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS6 Case Management x 10 to work for a NSW Government client based in Surry Hills & Parramatta. The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $60.26/hour + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week

The APS6 Case Management is accountable under limited direction to undertake complex work that is guided by legislation, policies, procedures, standards, methodologies and precedents.

The position is a team leadership position within the client and will have delegated authority and responsibility to resolve issues and risks across a range of activities. The role is required to provide leadership, control, planning, resource management, performance management and decision-making for the Team Membership within the work area.

The APS6 Case Management has reasonable autonomy and accountability to exercise both initiative and judgment to interpret legislation and policy, in the application of practices and procedures to achieve outcomes within the functions.

The position is required to provide detailed technical, professional, policy, and operational support and advice about complex problems. Where required, the role will coordinate and assist in the strategic planning, program and project management and policy development that support the client’s objectives.

Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Undertaking end-to-end case management activities, subject to appropriate line manager input and oversight.
• Resolving matters through case management of AAT applications in relation to reviewable decisions in section 100 of the NDIS Act 2013, including NDIS plan and access decisions.
• Undertaking case management of complex AAT matters and analysing to develop options for early resolution.
• Obtaining necessary information and advice to effectively resolve AAT matters.
• Applying alternate dispute resolution methods and advocacy skills to resolving applications/reviews, in keeping with the model litigant principles.
• Attending Case Conferences, Conciliations and Hearings conducted by the AAT.
• Preparing documents detailing resolution options and outcomes at Case Management meetings.
• Assessing and responding to priorities and risks, including risk to the participant, Scheme sustainability and the client.
• Preparing and maintaining electronic record keeping, including evidence supporting decision-making processes and justifying conclusions reached during the case management process.

(NOTE: the key responsibilities of the role are based on current priorities and may change over time)

Key skills required for the role:

• Individual Case Management of matters involving risk and vulnerable participants.
• Experience interpreting information and legislation to reach an agreed resolution.
• Decision-making skills and the ability to justify decisions based on evidence.

Desirable skills to have for the role:

• Knowledge of the NDIS and support for people with disability.
• The ability to engage easily with a diverse range of people.
• Ability to achieve individual and team goals and targets.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 02 8240 9596 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.