Stephen Malone
Queanbeyan,NSW
Summary
Strategic-thinking individual broadly experienced across the department. Detailed knowledge and passion for Australia's biosecurity system. Proven track record of delivering significant organisational improvements and innovations. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to pragmatic and tangible outcomes. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively for success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director - Zoo and Companion Animal Imports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2023.06 - Current
- Oversaw biosecurity risk management of live animal imports
- Worked closely with divisional leadership to develop operational strategy.
- Led team through significant work and cultural change
- Monitored and coordinated large workloads within budget
Director - Assurance and Business Improvement
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2018.12 - 2023.06
- Built strategic relationships across the department and supported the biosecurity board and its sub-committees
- Established data analysis capability within Biosecurity Animal Division
- Collaborated across the biosecurity group to help establish a biosecurity intelligence functionality
- Oversaw legislative reform work for Biosecurity Animal Division
- Established a best practice assurance program for Biosecurity Animal Division
- Led thinking and work across the biosecurity group to commence reform of cargo intervention strategies
A/g Director - Prawn Response Team
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2017.01 - 2018.12
- Responded to the 2016 outbreak of white spot disease in Queensland
- Reformed biosecurity regulatory processes for assessing and inspecting imported prawns
- Managed entities that were found to be deliberately circumventing biosecurity regulations
Assistant Director - Biological Imports Team
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2015.07 - 2017.01
- Managed regulatory functions for import permits for the import of biological products
- Led large team of professionals in special projects and daily operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
Assistant Director - Dairy, Fish and Egg Exports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2014.05 - 2015.07
- Oversaw regulatory functions for the export of dairy, fish and egg products from Australia
- Led small team of professionals in special projects and daily operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on business operations.
- Led small team of professionals in special projects and daily operations.
EL2 - Live Animal Export Reform
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2011.11 - 2013.05
- Senior member of team responsible for implementing animal welfare reforms for exported livestock
- Developed standards and designed regulatory frameworks
- Worked closely with industry and trading partners
A/g Director - Exports - Food and Market Access
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2011.08 - 2011.11
- Managed international market access issues for Australian food exports
- Negotiation with trading partners on technical trade issues
- Liaised with Australian exporters to prioritise market access requests
Assistant Director - Imported Foods Program
Department Of Agriculture Fisheries And Forestry
2009.07 - 2011.08
- Oversaw the delivery of the imported food inspection scheme
- Implemented a new regulatory framework for food importers - food import compliance agreements
- Conducted audits and other regulatory activities
- Led small team to manage daily operations and business improvement activities.
Assistant Director - Live Animal Exports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2008.02 - 2009.07
- Managed the team's administrative and budget work
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
Various (APS4-EL1) - Biological Imports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2003.03 - 2008.02
- Various roles issuing import permits and undertaking other regulatory functions
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Genetics And Botany
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT12.2002
Diploma - Biology
Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT12.2000
Skills
- Budget Control
- Business Development
- Staff Development
- Business Administration
- Contract Management
- Rules and Regulations
- Crisis Management
- People Management
- Negotiation
- Strategies and Goals
- Organizational Development
- Project Management
Timeline
Director - Zoo and Companion Animal Imports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2023.06 - Current
Director - Assurance and Business Improvement
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2018.12 - 2023.06
A/g Director - Prawn Response Team
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2017.01 - 2018.12
Assistant Director - Biological Imports Team
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2015.07 - 2017.01
Assistant Director - Dairy, Fish and Egg Exports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2014.05 - 2015.07
EL2 - Live Animal Export Reform
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2011.11 - 2013.05
A/g Director - Exports - Food and Market Access
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2011.08 - 2011.11
Assistant Director - Imported Foods Program
Department Of Agriculture Fisheries And Forestry
2009.07 - 2011.08
Assistant Director - Live Animal Exports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2008.02 - 2009.07
Various (APS4-EL1) - Biological Imports
Department Of Agriculture, Fisheries And Forestry
2003.03 - 2008.02
Bachelor of Science - Genetics And Botany
Australian National University
Diploma - Biology
Canberra Institute of Tech
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