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FEATURED JOB
Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations
Office of Asian Relations
Senior Project Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Darwin, NT
Remuneration package range: $134,314 — $144,357
Salary: $113,938 — $122,574
Classification: Administrative Officer 7
Vacancy number: 5136
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
The mission: The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations’ (DTBAR) mission is to act now to position the Northern Territory for a vibrant future, amplify the Territory in Asia and strengthen relationships to connect local businesses and industries with international markets and investors.
The role: As a Senior Project Officer Trade, you contribute to this initiative by: developing, facilitating and participating in NT Government and designated international delegations; collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and coordination of international activities; developing, implementing and evaluating initiatives and projects that support the government’s strategic and policy priorities; building and sustaining positive relationships with local, national and international stakeholders; and preparing and contributing to high-level reports, briefings, statements, and correspondence.
To be successful in this role, you require high-level project management skills, effective communication and relationship-building abilities, a strong motivation to achieve priorities, and extensive experience in research and critical analysis.
Tertiary qualifications in international relations/business, experience in diplomacy or international business management and foreign language skills will be well received.
Position contact: Kevin Fong, Director, Office of Asian Relations
Telephone: (08) 8946 9569
Email: [email protected].
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)
ACIC Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time; Part-time; Casual, Non-ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Classification: APS Level 1, APS Level 2, APS Level 3, APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: 5885_02/25_Various
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Saturday, 21 February
Agency website: https://www.acic.gov.au
The opportunity: The Temporary Employment Register is open for candidates to submit a general expression of interest for non-ongoing employment opportunities with the ACIC. The register enables ACIC to access appropriately skilled and experienced people at short notice. Positions may be non-ongoing or casual, depending on business requirements.
In the application form, you will be required to express an interest in roles from APS Level 1 to Executive Level 2. You will also need to advise on the skillsets most closely aligned with your experience. Applicants will be required to upload a resume and cover letter.
Contact: Recruitment team
Email: [email protected].
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)
ACIC Permanent and Temporary Transfer Register (s26)
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Classification: APS Level 1, APS Level 2, APS Level 3, APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: 5884_02/25_Various
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Saturday, 21 February
Agency website: https://www.acic.gov.au
Key duties: This register is open for candidates to submit a general expression of interest for employment opportunities with the ACIC. We are seeking existing ongoing APS employees who are interested in a temporary or permanent transfer to the ACIC. This register enables ACIC to access appropriately skilled and experienced people at short notice. Positions may be non-ongoing or ongoing, depending on business requirements.
In the application form, you will be required to express an interest in roles from APS Level 1 to Executive Level 2. You will also need to advise on the skillsets most closely aligned with your experience and the preferred movement type.
We are looking for people with a range of skills, experience and backgrounds for roles across the ACIC. The following areas of employment are highly regarded:
- Intelligence
- Investigations
- Finance
- Human resources
- IT
- Ministerial and executive engagement
- Security
- Executive assistants
- Communications
- Legal
- Program and project management.
Position contact: Recruitment team
Email: [email protected].
Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Director — Finance and Property Operations — FCFCOA
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $133,382 to $154,359
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: 0057-01-26
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au
Position overview: The Director of Finance and Property Operations of the FCFCOA (Director) provides timely and strategic advice and assistance to the Chief Justice and CEO and Principal Registrar (CEO/PR) of the FCFCOA on diverse and complex budgetary and financial issues related to the management and operations of the FCFCOA, its officers and staff. In doing so, the Director supports the exercise of the Chief Justice and CEO/PR’s statutory duties, including the Chief Justice’s responsibility for managing the business and administration of the two courts, assisted by the CEO/PR. Together, the FCFCOA (Division 1) and FCFCOA (Division 2) comprise 126 judges; hundreds of legal, social science and related support staff; Indigenous Family Liaison Officers, registries and circuits across 43 locations; and are responsible for more than 100,000 filings per year.
The FCFCOA CEO/PR is responsible for managing more than 650 staff in the FCFCOA, and the Director will support the CEO/PR to provide high-level advice on finance and budgetary matters, including on procurement and property-related budgetary matters.
The Director will report directly to the Deputy CEO and Deputy Principal Registrar and the Executive Director — Finance and Operations (Deputy CEO/DPR) and will provide strategic advice and support to the Deputy CEO/DPR and the executive team within the FCFCOA.
The Director will work closely with the Finance, Property and Procurement teams within the shared Corporate Services provided by the Federal Court Entity to the FCFCOA, the Federal Court of Australia and the National Native Title Tribunal, including the Chief Financial Officer of the Federal Court Entity. This role will also work closely with relevant areas of government, including the Department of Finance and the Attorney-General’s Department.
The Director provides high-level strategic and management advice and support to the FCFCOA’s executive management.
Position contact: Virginia Wilson
Telephone: (02) 6113 9336.
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Branch Business Manager
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $124,861 to $134,295
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 2026/142
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.agriculture.gov.au
The role: The duties of each role will include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinating the branch budgets, financial planning and reporting requirements in partnership with the Finance and Investment Division.
- Managing procurement, contract and supply activities to support branch operations and ensure compliance with departmental requirements.
- Assisting with recruitment and HR processes across the branch and working closely with branch directors and the People Division.
- Providing coordination and governance support to the Assistant Secretary and directors, including branch-level reporting, planning and briefing.
- Contributing flexibly to priority work across the branch, including surge support during peak periods.
- Building and maintaining productive working relationships across the branch, division and department to support effective operations.
Position contact: Sarah Bruce
Telephone: 0466 313 480.
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Assistant Director & Senior Policy/Program Officer — National Foundation for Australia-China Relations/Centre for Australia-India Relations (NFACR/CAIR)
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Sydney, NSW
Salary: $102,266 to $142,452
Classification: APS Level 6, Executive Level 1
Position number: 0640/2025, 0172/2026
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.dfat.gov.au/careers/careers
The role: Our ideal candidates are high-performing EL1 officers with strong leadership capability, judgment and stakeholder engagement skills. You will bring:
- A demonstrated ability to work with a high level of autonomy and deliver outcomes in complex and fast-changing environments.
- Strong leadership capability, including mentoring and developing staff and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear, persuasive and risk-informed advice to senior executives and boards.
- Experience leading community and stakeholder engagement and/or strategic communications, with highly developed relationship-management and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, including the ability to anticipate issues, navigate complexity and shape strategic solutions.
- High levels of professionalism and integrity, including discretion in handling sensitive information.
- A collaborative, adaptable and proactive approach, contributing flexibly across a broad portfolio of work.
Email: [email protected].
Defence Housing Australia
Program Management Office (PMO) Manager
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Location: Gungahlin, ACT
Salary: $122,963 to $150,065
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 493811
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.dha.gov.au
The role: As the Project Management Office (PMO) Manager, you will apply your enthusiasm for ICT governance to underpin the success of DHA’s ICT Modernisation and Improvement (M&I) Program. You will hold accountability for the program’s ICT governance processes, policies and templates, and work to champion process improvements. As a part of this role, you will also embed a governance culture across DHA’s future ICT initiatives, and work in alignment with the corporate PMO. Your contribution will include managing the ICT Program Management Office function; ensuring consistency in project methodologies; tracking portfolio delivery, including resource utilisation; contributing to new work prioritisation in collaboration with the Technology Partnership Office; and facilitating M&I Program project board meetings.
Position contact: Clare Rice
Telephone: (02) 6217 8433.
Australian Electoral Commission
Assistant Director, Strategic Sourcing and Systems
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $118,146 to $133,138
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 2026-019 10178
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.aec.gov.au
Key duties: As the Assistant Director in the Strategic Sourcing and Systems Section, you will lead the Strategic Sourcing team. In addition, you will manage and provide support on the day-to-day management of matters relating to procurement and contract management.
The role is part of the AEC’s Central Procurement Team, which is responsible for providing policy advice and maintaining and setting procurement and contract management policies, procedures and templates. The role also assists to administer the agency’s Comcover insurance policy and manages associated claims.
The positions perform work that is complex and possibly sensitive in nature. Under limited direction, they utilise expertise across the above areas, and liaise with both internal and external stakeholders. Participating in section planning for short-term tasks and contributing to strategic planning for longer-term initiatives are also required.
Position contact: Tim Gordon
Email: [email protected].
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Senior Entomologist
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Location: Perth, WA
Salary: $95,438 to $108,360
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 2026/60 2
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.agriculture.gov.au
The role: Why you are important to us and what impact you will have on the Biosecurity Plant and Science Services Division and the department’s goal.
We protect Australia’s plant health to support trade, the economy, and the environment. Our division provides scientific advice, diagnostics, biosecurity training, and risk assessments. We enable safe plant imports, strengthen systems, and engage stakeholders. Surveillance and response are conducted at national entry points and approved sites, including northern Australia. We work closely with communities and Indigenous rangers to manage biosecurity risks, including in the Torres Strait.
Our scientists are on the front line of biosecurity, leading early detection and response for pests, diseases and weeds at entry points and across northern Australia. We deliver diagnostics, inspections, and training that help stop biosecurity threats before they spread. By working with stakeholders and sharing expertise, we strengthen Australia’s ability to protect its agriculture, environment and communities.
As a Senior Entomologist, you will manage and provide diagnostics and advice for arthropods of biosecurity concern, contribute to meeting the biosecurity challenges of the future, and work in a motivated team with a wide range of skillsets and backgrounds.
Position contact: Adam Broadley
Telephone: (03) 8318 6994.
Bureau of Meteorology
Compliance Audit Lead
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Cairns, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney NSW
Salary: $94,563 to $105,910
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 60019567
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.bom.gov.au
Position overview: The Compliance Audit Lead role exists to assist the Compliance and Risk Manager with the execution of all audits undertaken for the Compliance and Risk team across a prioritised set of OSO sites across Australia.
The role will be responsible for:
- Planning and scheduling of all compliance-related audit work within the timeframe allocated for the prioritised sites across Australia.
- Managing logistics associated with travel to and from sites.
- Managing contractors to undertake specific site compliance audit work.
- Ensuring compliance auditing, verification and testing is completed and remediation work is undertaken when identified within guidelines.
- Complete all post-trip documentation as required.
Position contact: Justen Bremmell
Email: [email protected].
IP Australia
Senior Communications Adviser
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Various locations: ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Salary: $95,395 to $108,365
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 1625
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.ipaustralia.gov.au
Key duties: The skills required to support success in this role are adaptability, creativity, a can-do attitude, and the ability to thrive in a highly dynamic and sometimes reactive workplace.
The ability to pivot and make changes to meet the needs and preferences of our audience is critical, as are highly developed organisational skills.
A background in stakeholder engagement, marketing and/or communications will be highly regarded. The right person for this position will demonstrate the following experience and capabilities:
- Experience in public education, media, communications or stakeholder engagement.
- The ability to source, write and edit accessible, engaging content for digital and traditional channels, including websites, social media and print.
- The ability to work flexibly and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience in managing and meeting the needs of internal and external customers.
- The capacity to operate independently and as part of a team.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and complete tasks within set timeframes.
- A positive outlook and enthusiasm for the work, with a demonstrated commitment to high‑quality customer service and a customer‑centric approach.
- A willingness to try new things, learn and contribute to continuous improvement.
- A demonstrated ability to learn on the job and achieve outcomes.
- Sound professional judgment.
Position contact: Allyssa Sabbatucci
Telephone: (02) 6283 2097.
Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia
Client Service Improvement Officer — Affirmative Measures — Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or Disability
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $91,955 to $99,795
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: 9257
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.casa.gov.au
The role: The Client Service Improvement Officer reports to the Performance, Quality, and Improvement team leader and works in close collaboration with other members of the Client Services, Aviation Medicine and Specialist Services sections, as well as the Training and Corporate Strategy & Transformation Branches, to help ensure the effective and efficient delivery of CASA’s client services offerings.
The role is responsible for a range of administrative functions critical to the success of the Client Services Centre’s (CSC) learning initiatives through the provision of accurate input and review of knowledge resources, including training and guidance materials, manuals, and work instructions.
This role is vital in establishing a strong foundation of collaboration between teams, enhancement and consistency of processes and stakeholder engagement within CASA. It drives high-level communication, peer support, training and development of CSC Officers to achieve quality teamwork and outcomes across the branch.
Position contact: Joshua Ryan
Telephone: (02) 6217 1468.
National Archives of Australia
Capability Project Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Mitchell, ACT
Salary: $85,418 to $91,809
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: 52883
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.naa.gov.au/about-us/employment
The role: Under limited direction, the main duties of the role are to:
- Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and guidelines that support access examiners to make public access decisions on the release of Australian Government archival records in accordance with the Archives Act 1983 (the Act).
- Develop and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders, government agencies and private companies.
- Support managers to develop and monitor work plans to achieve outcomes on time and in line with resource allocations and the National Archives’ performance framework.
- Maintain a well-developed understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks.
- Assist with monthly and quarterly reporting to employees and managers.
- Apply the principles of APS Values, Code of Conduct, workplace diversity, work health and safety and participative management within a work and team environment.
- Promote and apply the National Archives’ Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2025–2030: Evolving National Archives and Our Values.
Position contact: Marisa Harris
Telephone: (02) 6212 3611.
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Business Analyst
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Townsville, QLD
Salary: $80,643 to $95,374
Classification: APS Level 4, APS Level 5
Position number: EA2026/25
Applications close: Sunday, 22 February
Agency website: https://www.accc.gov.au
Key duties: What you will do as the Business Analyst (APS4):
- Assist in eliciting and documenting business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria under the guidance of the Lead Business Analyst.
- Support the analysis of business processes and workflows to inform solution design and product development.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project and product documentation, including process maps, requirement specifications, and user guides.
In addition to the above, the Business Analyst (APS5) will:
- Mentor and support Business Analysts (APS4) and assist in identifying issues or gaps during delivery and escalating appropriately to the Lead Business Analyst.
Position contact: Grace Rennie
Telephone: (07) 3052 1230.
Director of Public Prosecutions
SES Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Cairns, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Townsville, QLD
Classification: Senior Executive Service Band 1, Senior Executive Service Band 2, Senior Executive Service Band 3
Position number: 25_05
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Tuesday, 24 February
Agency website: https://www.cdpp.gov.au/front-page
Key duties: In addition to achieving the specific outcomes of their role, CDPP SES employees are expected to demonstrate behaviours as set out in the Secretaries’ Charter of Leadership Behaviours (DRIVE Behaviours) as part of their professional conduct:
- Dynamic: Has an inquiring mind and is willing to innovate and change; understands the system they operate within; practises new ways of deploying themselves within their system to achieve the best outcome; embraces and actively manages risk; enjoys work and has a positive attitude; doesn’t walk past problems but is part of the solution.
- Respectful: Treats people with decency and respect; embraces diversity and actively seeks out views and perspectives that challenge their own; builds an inclusive culture that enables people to make their best contribution.
- Integrity: Is open, honest and accountable; takes responsibility for what happens around them; has the courage to call out unacceptable behaviour.
- Values others: Is an active listener; values others’ contributions, perspectives and wisdom; collaborates, rather than competes, to succeed as a team; understands people and their views and motivations in order to lead, influence and communicate well; builds relationships.
- Empowers people: Trusts, empowers and grows others; interprets and provides context; builds capability and networks; expects people to deliver and finds positive ways to hold them to account; accepts people won’t always get it right and supports them to bounce back.
Contact: Recruitment Team
Telephone: (02) 6206 5666.
