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[freelance] ADMIN OFFICER (x1) (TRAINING) SRN 0074 at Govt client

2010-06-22 14:11:33

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Job Description:

As part of the introduction of a new document management system (Ddocs) the department is seeking suitable contractors to assist with the education and training of staff.

Job Role:

The position will involve working with business/technical teams to refine suitable training materials and will include conducting training sessions. Training will be delivered in several ways including: face-to-face sessions, computer based training, documentation (i.e. quick reference guides, tip sheets etc.) accessible from the DEEWR Intranet, and via LiveMeeting and video conferencing sessions.

Selection Criteria:

1.Knowledge and experience in the development of training materials and presentation of training sessions.
2. Knowledge and experience of document management and records management principles, guidelines and best practices.
3. Knowledge and experience of SharePoint based document management systems and TRIM based records management systems.
4. Knowledge and experience with CBT packages (i.e. Adobe Capitivate, Knowledge Presenter) and services (i.e. SkillPort by Skillsoft).
5. Knowledge and experience using MS Office products, in particular, MS Excel, MS Word
6. Good communication, organisation and planning skills.

Timeframes for the Services:

1st July 2010 until 31 December 2010

Security Conditions:

Australian Federal Police (AFP) Police Records Check
[The check will be carried out only for successful candidates.]
Successful candidate(s) will be required to undergo an AFP Police Records Check. This check will be arranged by the Department at the commencement of an engagement of a Contractor. The Australian Government will meet the standard AFP cost.

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[freelance] PERFORMANCE ANALYST TESTER RFQ – 0230 at Govt client

2010-06-20 14:35:22

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Services/work required:

• Creation of detailed test plans including application simulation models and test run schedules
• Preparation, development and execution of test scripts and scenarios via HP Performance Center
• Reviewing, Assessing, Communicating Risks.
• Test Reporting and analysis of application performance.

Selection Criteria:

The following criteria must be addressed when submitting applications.

• Demonstrrated experience (2+years) in HP product suite including;
? HP Performance Center /Loadrunner
? HP SiteScope
? HP Quality Center

• Demonstrated Script Development experience in any of the following protocols:
? Web (HTTP/HTML), Web Services
? Siebel
? Oracle
? Windows Sockets

• Demonstrated understanding and/or experience of performance testing methodologies, Development of detailed test plans, application simulation models, performance monitoring and analysis techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and co-ordinate with both technical and non technical stakeholders.

Security Clearance:

‘PROTECTED’ level clearance required

IMPORTANT: DIAC requires all specified personnel commencing in the department to have completed and submitted a ‘Protected’ security pack to one of our vetting providers prior to commencement. Written confirmation must be received from the Agency advising DIAC of the name of the specified personnel, the date the security pack was submitted and the name of the vetting provider. Specified personnel cannot commence work until this verification is received.

Any required particular personnel: N/A

Timeframe for response: COB 2pm, THURSDAY 24 JUNE 2010

Timeframe for required Services: 1 July 2010 – 30 September 2010 (3 months)

Please confirm the availability of each of the specified personnel.

Police Checks and Security Clearances:

Specified Personnel must before commencing to provide the Services:
• Complete and sign the ‘Consent to Obtain Personal Information” form as provided by DIAC
• Obtain a favourable report from the Australian Federal Police as and of the Customer’s request for a report in accordance with the said Consent
• Have a security clearance at ‘PROTECTED’ level undertaken
The Contractor will be required to meet the cost of any security clearances and/or Police checks as required
DIAC reserves the right to carry out reviews in respect of personnel, facility and information technology security clearance checks.
DIAC expects the Contractor to meet the minimum security requirements as specified in Part D (Personnel Security) and Part E (Physical Security) of the Commonwealth Protective Security Manual 2000 and must comply with Part C (Information Security) of the Commonwealth Protective Security Manual.

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[freelance] IT BUSINESS ANALYST RFQ – 0910-3770 at Govt client

2010-06-20 14:24:08

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

JOB STATEMENT:

DEWHA requires the services of a suitably qualified and experienced IT Business Analyst to:

a. undertake a fresh analysis of the business needs for the section. Initially, the business analysis should not be focussed on the current solution but analysed in isolation from the current application instead.

b. undertake a thorough analysis and map out (using a mapping software like Holocentric, Visio or another mapping program that the analyst is used to) all current and potential foreseeable business operational processes of the Ozone licensing and reporting system (technical specifications above) (“current” refers to the system as is, “potential foreseeable” refers to changes to the system related to anticipated Act amendments, that is, moving from a fixed 2-year licence to 2 years from date of issue).

c. analyse the effectiveness of business operational processes in light of current and potential foreseeable business requirements;

d. advise on suitable IT solutions to meet current and potential foreseeable business requirements; and

e. develop detailed specifications that are supported by the Department’s existing IT architecture (information about the Department’s environmental information systems architecture will be supplied to selected service provider), and that allow the Department to find market solutions for a licensing and reporting management system and database with enough flexibility to meet current and potential foreseeable business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Experience

1. Excellent oral and written communications skills.
2. A minimum of 5 years experience in business analysis and development of business cases for medium to large Government organisations.
3. Experience in defining business analysis and developing business specifications spanning
multiple projects and technical solutions.
4. Ability to lead and facilitate business analysis and requirements gathering.
5. Please indicate the business methodologies that you have used and have used successfully.

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[freelance] IT SECURITY ANALYST APS 6 or Executive Level 1RFQ – 0014 at Govt client

2010-06-20 14:20:28

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Services/work required:
Provide leadership and management to operations and service delivery as an IT Security Analyst providing advice, management and governance services to IT Systems in accordance with government and DIAC policy and standards.

Skill set / Selection Criteria:
This position as IT Security Analyst provides specialist advice and assistance to DIAC in relation to the departments IT security environment and issues associated to its business activities.

A primary role of this position is to ensure the minimization of risk to DIAC’s information assets and the facilitation of compliance with Australian Government standards for ICT security through relevant assessment and assurance practices.

The IT Security Section supplies advice about IT security to internal and external clients.

The successful candidate will be required to:
• lead and manage a team of security analysts
• represent and report on the activities of the work group
• demonstrate a high level technical, professional or specialist knowledge and expertise, in one or more of the following: Network & data communications, Identity Access Management, Risk Management, Internet & eBusiness
• possess well developed communication skills and demonstrate sound research and analytical skills including the ability to meet deadlines
• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of whole of government approach to IT security, including knowledge and application of the Protective Security Manual (PSM), Information Security Manual (ISM) and IT industry standards.

Criteria does not need to be addressed separately, if clearly demonstrated in CV.

Security Clearance: ‘PROTECTED’ level clearance required – potentially ‘SECRET’

Timeframe for response: 2pm, TUESDAY 29 JUNE 2010

Timeframe for required Services: Initially 6 months, with possibility of an extension

Please provide the availability of each candidate.

Other requirements:

• Successful candidate must be available to start at short notice
• Confirmation of candidate’s citizenship status required
• Interstate candidates must be prepared to travel to Canberra for an interview.
• Phone interviews will not be considered
• Include referee contact details
• Indicate if candidate has previously worked at DIAC

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[freelance] SAS DATAWAREHOUSE REPORT DEVELOPERS RFQ: ICT-138 at Govt client

2010-06-20 14:10:39

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Role Description:

The AFP requires the services of multiple SAS Data Warehouse/ Report Developers. The Data Warehouse/ Report Developers will have an important role in supporting the delivery of new reports, enhancements to existing reports, maintenance and support of existing reports, and maintenance of appropriate documentation.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide technical advice to the Data warehouse Administrator, Reporting Team Leader, other developers, and business representatives as necessary;
• Undertake complex analysis and conceptual design work;
• Interpret reporting requirement specifications and translate them into appropriate report designs;
• Maintain and enhance current reports and documentation;
• Develop new data warehouse and reporting capability and associated documentation;
• Respond to reported incidents, performing fault diagnosis and rectification work;
• Develop or assist in the development of report prototypes, and contribute to end-user requirements workshops;
• Maintain documentation in accordance with the AFP’s report development process standards;
• Work in a team environment; and
• Provide knowledge/skills transfer to other team members.

Selection Criteria:

TO BE ELIGIBLE, CANDIDATES MUST ADDRESS THE SELECTION CRITERIA
OUTLINED BELOW CITING RELEVANT EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY
AND OUTCOMES:
• Proven technical ability and commercial experience in the development of reports using commercial of the shelf software packages and based on information stored in relational databases (experience with SAS 9 and
Hyperion an advantage);
• Meticulous approach to report development, including the ability to contribute to the development of policies, procedures, documentation and standards;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, under pressure, following established procedures and under limited supervision to tight deadlines;
• Well developed analytical and conceptual skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Formal qualifications in information, communications or technology from a recognised tertiary institution or extensive demonstrated equivalent skills and experience; and
• Demonstrated knowledge of OH&S policy and procedures and a
demonstrated commitment to the principles of Equity and Diversity.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP (note – permanent residency status will not satisfy this citizenship requirement).

Term of Agreement: Initial Agreement through to 30 June 2011. Extension of the Agreement after the initial period is dependent on a satisfactory performance assessment and ongoing business requirements.

Mandatory Drug Testing: Successful applicants will be required to undertake a test for illicit drugs in accordance with the AFP Illicit Drug Free Work Force Policy.

Security Level Required: Secret. – Candidates should be aware that the security clearance process can take some time to complete. To assist in the timely completion of the security clearance process, it is highly desirable that potential candidates currently hold or have previously held a Commonwealth Government
Security Classification or have maintained Australian Residency for the past 10 years.

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[freelance] Solutions Architect - Infrastructure at Peoplebank Australia VIC

2010-06-20 13:58:49

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.peoplebank.com.au

Description:

Client requires a Solutions Architect who has extensive experience within Infrastructure environments; specifically they should possess a sound understanding of Unix and Database products and have experience in creating infrastructure designs. You should also have a solid understanding of Windows, Networking, Storage, Market Data and Application Architecture.

You will be responsible for providing consultancy on Infrastructure design, and the implementation of new design solutions. You will also drive change throughout the infrastructure department.

You must have experience in delivering technically complex infrastructure solutions within a financial services organisation and ideally will have exposure to Market Connectivity.

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[freelance] TAXONOMY SPECIALIST RFQ: PMO-101-33 at Govt client

2010-06-18 17:21:44

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Services/work required:

The ACCC is seeking to engage an Organic Taxonomy Specialist to assist us with reviewing and amending our corporate thesaurus. We are after a part time person, with the expected hours to be approximately 12-15 hours per week, comprising 1 day on site and 1-1.5 hours off site work (e.g. at home work).

Selection Criteria:

Selection criteria does not need to be addressed separately if demonstrated in CV. Please provide an Overview of Suitability (maximum three paragraphs) as to the candidate’s overall claims against the Services/work required must be provided.

Timeframe for response: 12pm, Monday 21 June 2010.

Timeframe for required Services: 1 July until 30 September 2010 (with a possibility of extension)

Other Requirements

Specified Personnel must utilise ACCC timesheets.
Specified Personnel must not exceed the maximum hours allocated against the work order in the performance of services.

As per the agreement, no travel allowance is payable, and claims for time travelled will need to be agreed to prior to travel.

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[freelance] CHANGE MANAGER/TEST MANAGEMENT PROJECT OFFICER at Govt client

2010-06-18 17:16:21

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs requires the services of a skilled Change Manager with project experience. This role is within the Service Transition Section of the IT Solutions Group.

The Change Manager is responsible for ensuring minimal unpredicted impact on operational services such as a result of new or changed services being delivered. The Test Management Project Officer is responsible for assisting the Test Manager devise a test strategy fit for purpose within the DVA environment and general assistance with project tasks and activities to assist meet project deadlines. The position will work closely with both business and IT test teams .

Selection Criteria:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
• A excellent understanding of change management methodologies, concepts and practices
• A good understanding of software testing methodologies, concepts and practices
• Ability to successfully engage and interact with business users, service providers and stakeholders
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills, and demonstrated ability to deliver in tight and demanding timeframes.
• Well developed written and oral communication skills,
• Ability to work as a member of a management team.
Expected Qualifications and Experience
The expected qualifications and experience required for the role include:
• Change Control
• Change Management
• Prince2
• Test Management

Duties:

As a member of the Service Transition team you will be responsible for:
• Schedule releases and ICT change deployments
• Deploy ICT changes, including software, applications and Objectstar promotions
• Quality assurance of the deployed changes
• Ensure appropriate DVA stakeholder involvement in ICT changes
• Provide ICT Change support focussed on the planning and preparation of proposed ICT changes
• Perform the planned tests and document the outcomes
• Finalise the testing activity, including reporting test results
• Assist the Test Manager to revise the Department’s test strategy for application across the ICT SG.

Role Information:

It is expected that the successful candidate will be engaged for a July 2010 commencement, until 24 December 2010, with the possibility of extension.

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[freelance] PROGRAM TECHNICAL DESIGN RFQ ICT – 0163 at Govt client

2010-06-18 17:13:26

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Services/work required:

The Specified Personnel will be required to provide, but not limited to, the following services:

Working for and reporting to the Portfolio Infrastructure Integration Program Assistant Secretary, providing service as a Program Technical Design Authority.
This will include:

• Provide expert advice and guidance to Senior Management and Project Managers on the technical strategy within the ICT Infrastructure Integration Program Framework.
• Provide input to the Steering Committee and ensure there is appropriate alignment and control when changes are being planned and implemented.
• Liaising and negotiating with key program stakeholders.

Selection Criteria:
Please note the importance of responding to this Selection Criteria.

Essential Criteria:
must be met to progress in the evaluation, where the Highly Desirable Criteria is scored.

Essential Criteria:
1. Extensive (7-10 years) experience in business and technical architectures associated with large, complex organisations, preferably a government organisation.

2. Extensive (7 – 10 years) Technical IT experience in midrange eBusiness environments.

3. Demonstrated excellent written and verbal skills.

4. Demonstrated strong project management experience.

5. Demonstrated experience in working within a large complex Program with stakeholders from multiple organisations.

Highly Desirable:

1. Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships at all levels
2. MSP Certification
3. Demonstrated ability to work and partner with IT vendors
4. Prince 2 Certification

Any required particular personnel: Not applicable.

Timeframe for response: 2pm, TUESDAY 22 JUNE 2010.

Timeframe for required Services: Approximately 6 months.

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[freelance] BUSINESS ANALYSTS RFQ DCCEE 376/2010 at Govt client

2010-06-18 17:07:41

Location: canberra
URL: http://www.readywork.com.au

Description:

Services/work required:

The ICT Branch requires a highly experienced business analyst to support business intelligence projects. The role may encompass all or some of the following duties:

1. Work closely with business stakeholders to gather their data and business information needs.
2. Document detailed business requirements to inform design of end to end business intelligence solutions.
3. Support user acceptance testing activities as required
4. Contribute to development of Project Management artefacts.
5. Take a team based role as a professional BA within a formal PRINCE 2 based project team.
6. Evaluate new technology.
7. Work collaboratively, share knowledge and contribute to a highly professional and enjoyable work culture.

Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated high level business analysis skills supporting IT projects in a large organisational setting.
2. Experience in documenting business requirements for data warehouse or business intelligence projects.
3. Experience working in structured and formal Project teams following direction as required from professional project managers.
4. Demonstrated experience in working effectively /collaboratively with both technical and non-technical teams.
Candidates need to (preferably) supply with application or have ability to provide evidence of the following if short listed for interview.
A current Protected Level or higher security clearance.

Any required particular personnel: Not Applicable.

Timeframe for response: 2pm, MONDAY 21 JUNE 2010

Timeframe for required Services: Immediate start, 6 month engagement with the possibility of extension.

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