Assistant Director Defence Contract and Relations
Assistant Director Defence Contract and Relations
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Assistant Director Defence Contract and Relations
Job no: 493680
Work type: Full Time
Location: Head Office Canberra Brisbane
Classification: Executive Level 1
About us
DHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for and housing related services to members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing and housing related services to ADF members and their families to support Defences operational needs.
DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility providing posting support and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60000 ADF members.
To find out more about DHA please refer to or read our latest Annual Report.
About your team
Strategy and Engagement is an innovative diverse and multi-skilled team that are focused on building capability across DHA in support of our strategic objectives. The teams within Strategy and Engagement are; Business Planning Shareholder Relations Defence Relations Portfolio Planning Valuations Research Services and the Enterprise Program Management Office.
The Defence Relations Team manage key stakeholder relationships with the Department of Defence. This includes the contract manager function within the Defence Services Agreement (DSA). Also included within this team are responsibilities for performance reporting information sharing project management and the operation of a number of governance forums.
About the role
You will be responsible for managing strategic contractual and policy related issues providing high level advice and recommendations to stakeholders.
You will work collaboratively to build and foster strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and ensure effective reporting communication and implementation of projects relating to contractual obligations are achieved.
Note: the primary locations for this position are Canberra or Brisbane. However we will consider applications from suitably qualified candidates in other regions.
Benefits for working at DHA include:
- 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
- Work-life balance and flexible working options
- A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
- Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience
- Career progression and opportunities
- A dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of need
- ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHAs Employee Value Proposition visit our website.
How to apply
To apply click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word pitch addressing the requirements of the role.
For more information about the role click View Candidate Information Pack button below.
Applications close: 11:55pm AEST Sunday 10 August 2025.
Any questions Please contact Nicole Bush Director Portfolio Management and Defence Relations T:E:
Order of Merit
A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.
Inclusion and Diversity
DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those who identify as LGBTIQ ex-defence members mature aged employees and carers.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.
Advertised: AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
