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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 to $144,357
Salary: $113,938 to $122,574
Classification: Administrative Officer 7
Vacancy number: 5136
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
Overview
- Shape a competitive environment between the Territory and Asia.
- Build positive relationships with local, national and international stakeholders.
- Use your high-level project management and relationship management skills.
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, 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 Federal Police
Register of Interest — Cloud Engineers (VMware)
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $127,101 to $138,348
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 15273
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1 (Secret)
Applications close: Friday, 27 February
Agency website: https://www.afp.gov.au/careers
Key duties: The Cloud Services Team within the Chief Information Officer (CIO) Command is responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a range of cloud capabilities that directly supports collaboration across the organisation, and delivers cloud-based solutions to support operational and business outcomes. The multi-disciplinary team focuses on delivering business value and continuous improvement by leveraging innovative cloud-based solutions. There are currently opportunities to support VMware for specialist systems.
Job opportunities will be available Australia-wide; however, some travel will be required to Canberra. Successful candidates will be able to work from Canberra or the closest AFP headquarters in the respective state/territory and will have reporting timelines to management in Canberra.
Successful applicants will be required to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the AFP business and the impact of roles and functions undertaken in relation to the organisation’s reputation to effectively manage operations.
As a team leader in the AFP, you will play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, it is expected that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined. You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.
Position contact: Caroline Thlang
Telephone: (02) 5126 5418.
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
Senior Business Process 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
Salary: $96,503 to $108,869
Classification: APS Level 6
Position numbers: 20051961, 20051964, 20044897
Applications close: Friday, 27 February
Agency website: https://www.agedcarequality.gov.au
Purpose of position: Reporting to an Assistant Director, the Senior Business Process Analyst is a strategic advocate for service excellence, responsible for developing human-centred, end-to-end processes that drive operational efficiency and support the commission in meeting its operational and legislative requirements.
This role involves research and utilises end-user feedback to build a robust, evidence-based understanding of the current state environment, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities for continuous improvement. The role contributes to the triage and strategic prioritisation of improvement ideas to support the commission in meeting its operational and legislative requirements.
The Senior Business Process Analyst collaborates with commission stakeholders, including policy, digital and operational teams, to work through identified challenges and co-design potential improvements. They ensure the delivery of human-centred, efficient processes that support the commission to perform its regulatory role to uphold older people’s rights under the Aged Care Act 2024 (the Act).
The Senior Business Process Analyst works under the limited direction of senior staff. They exercise initiative and make decisions based on judgment, skills and knowledge.
Senior Business Process Analysts may manage staff.
Position contact: Romaine Pirotta
Telephone: (02) 9633 3262.
Bureau of Meteorology
Water Regulations Officer
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Non-ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, 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: 60013510
Applications close: Friday, 27 February
Agency website: https://www.bom.gov.au
Position overview: The Water Regulations Officer contributes to the administration of the Commonwealth Water Regulations 2008 and national water information standards. The role supports the management and governance of Australia’s water data in a way that enables good decision-making and delivers verified value and impact to the Australian community.
The role requires demonstrated experience in monitoring regulatory practices and in following and maintaining procedures, policies and guidelines to ensure ongoing compliance and alignment with relevant legislative and governance frameworks.
The successful candidate will be integral to developing and maintaining productive relationships with data providers and users. They will support the section in building and maintaining a trusted network of peers among regulators, policy departments and regulated entities to support the bureau’s vision for the development and implementation of water information standards and regulations.
The Water Regulations Officer is self-motivated and agile, thriving in a setting where priorities evolve, regulatory frameworks are complex and sound judgment is required to interpret and apply legislation effectively. They work collaboratively with diverse teams and can quickly pivot to new tasks and initiatives in response to organisational priorities. The role suits someone who enjoys problem-solving and on-the-job learning, communicates confidently and demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning in data governance and regulatory practice.
Position contact: Idske Galema
Telephone: 0477 954 011.
Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority
Facilitator, Leadership and Management Program (LAMP)
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Tasmania, TAS
Salary: $103,179 to $122,039
Position number: 515
Applications close: Friday, 27 February
Agency website: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/
The role: The Leadership and Management Program (LAMP) is a partnership between ACECQA and the Queensland Government. The Facilitator, Leadership and Management Program role will work collaboratively with the LAMP team to foster and enhance leadership and management capabilities within the children’s education and care sector in Queensland, specifically focusing on supporting operational and educational leaders working in small to medium-sized services.
The position is responsible for supporting the building of leadership and management practices by providing guidance, mentoring and professional learning, including workshops, online learning and communities of practice, to educators and leaders, enabling them to effectively lead and drive positive outcomes for children.
Position contact: Anna Lagana
Telephone: (02) 8240 4522.
Office of National Intelligence
EL2 Directors, Liaison and Engagement
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Barton, ACT
Salary: $147,105 to $175,329
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: Various
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.oni.gov.au
Key duties: We are seeking leaders who can work collegially with a wide range of parties so ONI can produce tested and polished outputs that engage our customers and stakeholders. Individuals will need to possess people management experience to support, foster and direct members of their team while negotiating with others on priorities and deadlines.
Ideal candidates need to thrive in dynamic settings, demonstrating their excellent problem-solving and analytical skills along with a keen eye for detail. They would also have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, navigating diverse stakeholder groups and fostering collaboration and innovation.
Contact: ONI Recruitment
Email: [email protected].
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Assistant Director (EL1), Director (EL2) — Legal Specialists
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $127,351 to $173,760
Classification: Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: 0641/2025; 0642/2025
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.dfat.gov.au/careers/careers
The roles: The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking skilled legal professionals at the EL1 and EL2 levels for Legal Specialist roles to work across multiple legal areas in the Legal Division and Trade Law and Economic Security Division.
In the role of Assistant Director (Legal), you will use your legal skills to inform government decisions and provide strategic legal advice on issues that contribute to the development and implementation of DFAT’s foreign, trade and development policy and its global corporate management functions. These roles will see you negotiate, advise and litigate on a diverse range of high-profile international, trade, investment and domestic law issues.
On commencement of employment, Assistant Director (Legal) roles require you to have a law degree (or equivalent) from a recognised Australian tertiary education provider, or a degree from an overseas tertiary education provider recognised for admission to practise in Australia. You must be admitted to practise law in an Australian jurisdiction.
In the role of Director (Legal), you will use your legal skills to inform government decisions and provide strategic legal advice on issues that contribute to the development and implementation of DFAT’s foreign, trade and development policy and its global corporate management functions.
These roles will see you negotiate, advise and litigate on a diverse range of high-profile international, trade, investment and domestic law issues.
Upon commencement of employment, Director (Legal) roles require you to have a law degree (or equivalent) from a recognised Australian tertiary education provider, or a degree from an overseas tertiary education provider recognised for admission to practise in Australia. You must be admitted to practise law in an Australian jurisdiction.
Position contact: Samantha Smith; Danielle Dencio
Telephone: (02) 6178 5722; (02) 6261 3873.
Australian National Audit Office
EL1 Director — Audit Technical
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Barton, ACT
Salary: $124,453 to $140,246
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 008/2026
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.anao.gov.au
The opportunity: This is a unique and exciting opportunity to take your audit skills to the next level. It is an opportunity to help build policy and methodology to support the ANAO’s work and to enhance your understanding of auditing standards and their application at the forefront of public service audit work.
As a Director within the PSG Audit Technical team, you will have the opportunity to:
- Become an expert and contribute to providing important advice to ANAO’s leaders.
- Access learning and development activities, coaching, mentoring and ANAO’s generous studies assistance policy.
- Be involved in complex and challenging audit matters, including supporting the ANAO executive to make key decisions, and work across different service groups within the ANAO, including financial statement audit, performance statements audit and/or performance audit (if desired).
Position contact: Amelia Pomery
Telephone: (02) 6203 7631.
Australian War Memorial
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Campbell, ACT
Salary: $121,755 to $132,713
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 26-023
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.awm.gov.au
The role: The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (SHRBP) is a key leadership role within the HR function, supporting the Head of Human Resources (HHR) and acting as a trusted strategic adviser on employee matters to senior leaders, managers and employees.
As a senior member of the HR function, the SHRBP provides direction, guidance and coaching to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of HR initiatives and services. The role works collaboratively with human resources managers to embed programs and frameworks, and has specific accountability for employee relations matters, workforce planning, business support, performance management, diversity and inclusion, and HR policy review and design.
This role operates within a matrix environment and works with all levels of the organisation, including the Senior Management Group (comprising section heads, branch heads, and the AWM director).
Position contact: Janette Coulton
Email: [email protected].
Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
Practice Management Coordinator — Practice Management Section
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Fairbairn, ACT
Salary: $101,679 to $114,709
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 26-RLSDIV-30889
Security clearance: Baseline/Negative
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.health.gov.au
The role: The Practice Management Coordinator supports the efficient operation of the division by managing expenditure, budgets, financial reporting and forecasting, and overseeing the procurement of external legal services and associated billing processes.
The role coordinates and prepares reports and executive clearances for the Office of Legal Services Coordination (OLSC) and produces high-quality documentation for internal and external stakeholders and governance committees. It also supports the division to leverage IT and AI advancements by coordinating initiatives that improve systems, technology use and knowledge management.
The successful candidate will present to staff and senior executives on key operational matters, including finance, procurement and knowledge management systems. They will research, implement and maintain processes to ensure compliance with the Legal Services Directions, Financial
Management and Business Rules, and the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act.
The role develops standard operating procedures and guidance materials, provides specialist advice, drives process improvements, manages legal databases, and contributes to team capability through supervision, coaching and mentoring.
Position contact: Toni Brennan
Telephone: (02) 5132 0938.
Department of Defence
Administration Support Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Mosman, NSW
Salary: $72,275 to $79,635
Classification: APS Level 3
Position number: NAVY/10001/25
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: This role is responsible for supporting course implementation and administration for leadership and management training within the navy. This position is key within the RAN Leadership Management and Development Centre (LMDC) in providing continuity in administrative support for the delivery of Leadership Development Programs for whole of navy. Leadership training at LMDC is a critical component of ensuring the wellbeing of our people in direct support of capability.
This position provides continuity of training support procedures, assuring implementation of training across uniform posting cycles. Administration Officers work alongside professional naval officers and sailors in a dynamic, integrated environment to support the facilitation of Defence training.
The Administration Officer role functions under limited direction to perform and achieve straightforward procedural, operational, administrative and business support work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable for understanding and complying with relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making, and Defence Mission and Policy requirements.
Position contact: Kira Daniel
Telephone: (02) 6192 7241.
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Test Analyst
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Townsville, QLD
Salary: $89,946 to $95,374
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: EA2026/31
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.accc.gov.au
Key duties: The IMTS Applications Management branch is seeking a Test Analyst to join its dynamic project and test team in a full-time, ongoing role. In this role, you will be responsible for performing a range of typical testing duties under limited direction, including:
- Creating, executing and documenting complex test scripts test cases using own in-depth technical analysis of functional, non-functional specifications and regression test packs.
- Coordinating and assisting with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) processes.
- Planning and participating in Production Verification Testing (PVT).
- Performing functional, system, integration and regression testing on application (desktop or web), SOE or infrastructure.
- Recording and analysing actions and results and maintaining a defect register.
- Providing reports on progress, metrics on test cases, anomalies, risks and issues associated with the overall project.
- Providing specialist testing advice to support others.
Position contact: Andreia Storti
Email: [email protected].
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Paralegal Employment Register
Job type: Part-time; Part-time, Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Classification: APS Level 4
Position number: 2025/526
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://www.agriculture.gov.au
The job: Paralegal roles across the division help support the important work that we do for the department and the Commonwealth, while giving you the chance to apply your legal skills to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will also receive ongoing targeted learning and development, including mentorship from government lawyers. While these are non-ongoing roles, they provide an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience and insight into government in-house practice to help inform your decisions around entering government graduate programs or alternative pathways to legal practice.
In addition, these non-ongoing roles will provide you with the opportunity to develop the experience and skills needed to be competitive in permanent paralegal recruitment processes run periodically by the division. A permanent paralegal role with us provides you with a pathway into your government law career. Duties for the roles may include but are not limited to:
- Assisting with legal research, legal advice and project work.
- Reviewing and drafting guidance papers and materials.
- Assisting with the preparation of reports.
- Providing administrative support to legal officers.
- Monitoring team mailboxes.
- Entering data into LEX (our matter management system) and uploading legal advice to the Legal Advice Register.
- Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including client areas across the department and external legal service providers.
- Developing legal training.
Position contact: Angela Gullace
Email: [email protected].
Clean Energy Regulator
Regulatory Officers — ACCU Scheme (Vegetation), Nature Repair and Analytics
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-0ngoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $82,926 to $95,099
Classification: APS Level 4, APS Level 5
Position number: CER 012/26
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 1 March
Agency website: https://cleanenergyregulator.gov.au/careers
The roles: We are seeking dedicated Regulatory Officers to join the ACCU Scheme (Vegetation), Nature Repair, and Analytics branch. As a Regulatory Officer, you will be part of a team responsible for assessing applications and ensuring compliance with the requirements for projects under the ACCU scheme.
The branch is seeking applicants to fill immediate and anticipated vacancies and to create a merit pool for future similar vacancies across the branch and/or agency.
Position contact: Amanda Hadley
Telephone: (02) 6159 3552.
Australian Secret Intelligence Service
Resource Officer and Manager
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $116,245 to $169,572
Classification: APS Level 6, Executive Level 1
Position number: Not provided
Security clearance: TOP SECRET-Privileged Access
Applications close: Monday, 2 March
Agency website: https://www.asis.gov.au
The roles: Resource Manager EL1
We are seeking committed and experienced resource management professionals to fill positions within our organisation. As a Resource Manager in ASIS, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality and effective financial support to the organisation. Your contribution will go towards ensuring the financial integrity of ASIS and its business groups. This will involve effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders, as well as ensuring compliance with all aspects of Australian legislative and regulatory requirements.
Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will provide a full range of timely corporate management functions, including financial and budget management, resource management (including people and equipment) and general administrative management. They will exercise a considerable degree of independence and engage in complex problem-solving that impacts on strategic, political or operational outcomes for the agency.
The role being advertised is Canberra-based. After having worked as a Resource Manager in ASIS, there will be opportunities to apply for international postings.
Resource Officer L6
We are seeking committed and experienced resource officers to fill positions within our organisation. As a Resource Officer in ASIS, you will be responsible for providing support to the Resource Managers in the organisation. Your contribution will go towards ensuring the financial integrity of ASIS and its business groups. This will involve effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders, as well as ensuring compliance with all aspects of Australian legislative and regulatory requirements.
As an L6 Resource Officer, you will be part of a team and undertake tasks of a moderate level of complexity, under the general direction of Resource Managers. You will work on tasks such as processing and management of financial transactions; production and management of regular financial reporting tasks; performing financial research and analysis; and managing stakeholder queries relating to people or equipment.
Position contact: Not provided
Telephone: Not provided.
