Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Status One QFES. Many Services, Many Capabilities, Many Partners Temporary Flexible Full-time Tenure Period 01/10/2023 to 31/12/2023 Possibility Of Extension Yes Classification AO8 Salary $5,009.70 - $5,294.00 per fortnight Division Capability & State Services Region/Directorate STATE EM SRV Work Unit State Emergency Service Location: Kedron Closing Date Midnight 21 September 2023 Reference No QLD_QFES_19167_23 Current QFES employees and volunteers must apply via their internal careers site Please note this position will be transitioning to Queensland Police Service (QPS) as part of a Machinery of Government Change prior to 30 June 2024, with the State Emergency Services (SES) due to become an entity of the QPS. As part of this transition, you will be required to undergo QPS vetting in accordance with the Police Service Administration Act 1990. About Us As a department our purpose is to help the community to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from the impact of fire and emergency events.Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is the primary provider of fire, rescue and emergency management programs and services throughout Queensland. The department encompasses the Fire and Rescue Service, disaster management services, the Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service (SES), and also supports other volunteer groups providing emergency response to Queenslanders.QFES is one department with many services, many capabilities and many partners. Purpose of the role SES Project and Capability Development delivers on the QFES organizational priorities and objectives, providing management of SES governance and capability functions, and implementation of new projects and initiatives. This is achieved through the provision of business support to SES Regions and volunteers, delivering on the QFES Commissioner's responsibilities as described in the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, Division 2, section 131 (a), (b), (c) (ii).Reporting to the Director, SES you will be responsible for establishing, managing, coordinating and providing SES Transition Governance and Reporting systems and outputs to support the requirements of the Reform Implementation Taskforce (RIT). You will manage and develop strong cooperative working relationships and achieve positive outcomes through effective and efficient engagement to develop sustainable strategies required to sustain a contemporary service into the future. You will be responsible for managing governance and reporting requirements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures to strategically deliver a high level of support to SES staff and RIT governance structures, with a view to enabling the information requirements that will facilitate a carefully planned transition to Queensland Police Service (QPS). Key requirements Highly Desirable Requirements Extensive knowledge of and experience with Government governance and reporting systems and processes. Graduate or Post Graduate qualifications in Management, Business Management or related field. Special Requirements The incumbent will be appointed as temporary employee of the SES and the hours of duty applicable to this role are pursuant to the Queensland Public Service Officers and Other Employees Award – State 2015: specifically, the spread of ordinary hours for SES staff are 0600 to 2200, Monday to Sunday. Capacity to participate in an out of hours on call roster during disaster operations. This may require working extended hours, outside of normal hours (e.g. night shift), including weekends. Capacity to travel intrastate or interstate, as necessary. Your key accountabilities Responsibilities Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting key frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to Lead and manage the design, development, review and implementation of the SES Uplift Governance and Reporting plan to inform a clearly articulated approach for the implementation of organisational transition to QPS. Coordinate and contribute to the governance approach, which is inclusive of SES and RIT arrangements to inform the development of strategic, tactical and operational reports for review, endorsement and approval, prior to submission to the taskforce team. Undertake critical analysis of RIT and other governance mechanism feedback received to identify trends and themes or links / dependencies which will inform the development of SES responses and reporting Engage with SES leadership to plan for timely provision/inclusion of appropriate information including the provision of regular progress reports to ensure quality outcomes, deliverables and milestones are achieved. Manage the development of evidence-based recommendations for improved corporate governance procedures and processes ensuring the future delivery of effective and efficient SES functions. Prepare and review complex reports, briefing notes, submissions, departmental and other correspondence relating to the SES Uplift in accordance with departmental requirements and governance. Deliver presentations and reports to senior executives, state agencies, local government and professional forums to build awareness, promote best practice and meet agreed outcomes. Capabilities Role To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the “key accountabilities” for this roleLeadership Competency Stream – Program Leader (leading teams and/or projects) Vision Leads strategically Stimulates ideas and innovation Leads change in complex environments Makes insightful decisions Results Develops and mobilises talent Builds enduring relationships Inspires others Drives accountability and outcomes Accountability Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces Pursues continuous growth Demonstrates sound governance Once you join us we will want you to exemplify the QFES shared values: Respect Integrity Trust Courage Loyalty Want more information? Please contact Evonne Harding , Acting Director, Strategy and Planning on phone 0427 652 991 or email Evonne.hardingqfes.qld.gov.au.You can also visit our website to find out more about our organisation. How To Apply Please refer to the QFES Public Service Application Guide [All PS Classifications/Streams and Senior Officer] for information on how to apply for this role.