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An exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to play a key role in driving the South Australian Government’s space strategy as the Director Space, within the South Australian Space Industry Centre (SASIC) and Defence SA.

This diverse role will work closely with industry, state and federal government agencies and space industry organisations to support industry development, and maximise growth and investment opportunities in the global space sector.

Special Conditions:

• Hold an NV1 AGSVA security clearance or be eligible to hold one.
• Out-of-hours work will be required on a regular basis.
• Some international, interstate and intrastate travel is required.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Experience working in the space industry which demonstrates:
  • knowledge and understanding of relevant space engineering and technology developments;
  • an understanding of the skills, infrastructure and policy requirements to support a sustainable space industry in South Australia;
  • knowledge of global and national developments relating to space technology; and
  • proven ability to provide leadership in the development and implementation of business initiatives relating to the space sector.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining strong, collaborative, results-oriented working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including managing the process of negotiation and mediation with industry, state and federal government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Experience and proven ability to identify and analyse highly complex, contentious and strategic issues and projects of State-wide impact, expressing clear and meaningful goals/plans and defining and delivering the necessary approaches and courses of action to achieve them.
• Demonstrated experience in developing project plans and delivering on complex strategic initiatives involving multiple stakeholders with diverse objectives.

Application Guidelines:

All applications must be submitted online via defencesa.com/careers.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume, together with a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience giving consideration to the key selection criteria in the specific technical knowledge, experience and skills in the job and person specification. Applicants must submit a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.

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