Position summary

The Records and Knowledge Management (RKM) team leads the records, information and knowledge management functions of the APVMA, incorporating whole-of-government best practice policies and procedures which govern the way we work. They ensure that accurate information is consistently accessible and to staff and external stakeholders. RKM is also responsible for library services for the agency. 

The Assistant Director, RKM will be responsible for leading a program of work including a review and upgrading of the APVMA’s records management in Objective, including file structure, access privileges administration and application of correct sentencing and disposal schedules under the APVMA’s Records Authority.

Core functions

Key responsibilities may include:

• Leading a review and upgrading of the APVMA’s records management in Objective, including file structure, access privileges administration and application of correct sentencing and disposal schedules under the APVMA’s Records Authority.
• Helping deliver the RKM team’s program of work in areas including reviewing and updating the APVMA’s information governance framework, educating APVMA staff on correct records management processes and overseeing a number of projects to implement whole-of-government policy recommendations for best practice records management and digital maturity.
• Supervising one or more records management staff responsible for Objective administration and library services.

Selection criteria

To be considered for these roles you will need:

Essential:

1. Extensive knowledge and experience in the administration, review and improvement of records and information management systems, specifically Objective or an equivalent electronic document management system (eDRMS).
2. Understanding of relevant government policies, standards and legislation for records and information management and experience in applying these in the workplace.
3. Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities and outcomes across teams through the effective use of project management, monitoring, liaison and reporting skills.
4. Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage divergent opinions.
5. Demonstrated high-level written communication skills, including the ability to consider inputs from a range of sources to prepare documents, minutes and briefs on complex matters for a variety of audiences.

Desirable:

1. Experience in achieving organisational compliance with relevant government policies, standards and legislation, including for records and information management.
2. Records management experience in a government setting.
3. Ability to lead and develop staff, including the ability to work effectively within and across remote teams.

In accordance with section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, applications for this position are open only to Australian citizens.