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Austrade
Senior Policy Adviser Tourism, Office of Tourism and the Visitor Economy
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $121,755 to $136,267
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 6452_08/26
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://www.austrade.gov.au
Position overview: The Office of Tourism and the Visitor Economy in Austrade leads the development and implementation of tourism and visitor economy policy for the Australian Government and provides the government’s official tourism statistics.
We work with a range of Commonwealth agencies, states and territories, industry and researchers to develop and deliver innovative and effective policy outcomes for tourism. We use insights from this engagement, along with tourism data, to support the Minister for Trade and Tourism and Assistant Minister for Tourism in our collective work to deliver THRIVE 2030, the national visitor economy strategy.
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic people to fill Senior Policy Adviser roles at the EL1 level. There is one confirmed vacancy in the International and Diversification Section of the Office of Tourism and the Visitor Economy. A merit list will be developed to fill future vacancies.
Successful candidates will work on a diverse range of issues, including growing international tourism, workforce and skills, transport and border services, First Nations, sustainability, and regional tourism.
Position contact: Natalia Aueb-Charles
Telephone: 0403 142 686.
Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency
Assistant Director, People and Capability
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing: Non-ongoing
Locations: Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC
Salary: $124,681 to $137,803
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: TBA
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://www.teqsa.gov.au
The position: Reporting to the Director, People and Capability, the Assistant Director People and Capability will provide high-level strategic and operational advice on complex and high-risk employee matters, including performance management, conduct and workplace behaviour matters, case management and capability development. The Assistant Director will exercise initiative and sound judgment to resolve complex and sensitive matters and will guide people leaders on a broad range of people matters.
The Assistant Director will also lead and implement strategic P&C projects and initiatives, and maintain an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines.
Position contact: Cathy Daly
Telephone: (03) 8306 2480.
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)
Information Management Adviser
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $99,733 to $111,702
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 6596_08/26_CGC
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://www.acic.gov.au
Position overview: The Information Management team is responsible for providing information strategy, policy, advice and reporting, user support and administering electronic document and records management systems, and promoting the implementation of whole-of-government policies.
The Information Management Adviser administers the agency’s records system and plays an important role in assisting managers and staff to understand their recordkeeping responsibilities, and supports the lifecycle management of records with a strong focus on reporting, quality assurance and the resolution of complex issues. The role also contributes to planning, risk management and information discovery activities, in an environment with competing priorities and tight timeframes.
Position contact: Dominic
Telephone: 0477 061 826.
National Gallery of Australia
Corporate Governance Adviser
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Parkes, ACT
Salary: $92,164 to $106,531
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 3312
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://nga.gov.au/about-us/jobs
The role: This position is ideal for a motivated and adaptable professional who enjoys working with people, coordinating activities and contributing to organisational success. The role provides a unique opportunity to develop a broad understanding of how a national cultural institution operates within the Australian Government environment. You will gain exposure to governance, planning, policy, risk, reporting, assurance, council and committee processes, and the delivery of whole-of-agency priorities, including the National Gallery’s Reconciliation Action Plan.
Sitting within the Chief Operating Officer portfolio, the Governance team is responsible for council secretariat, First Nations engagement, risk management, and organisational performance and reporting, among other functions. It is a dynamic team with a diverse and engaging range of work that connects with every part of the business.
As Corporate Governance Adviser, you will be a corporate governance generalist who coordinates governance processes, supports senior decision-makers and helps connect people, information and accountability frameworks across the National Gallery. You will work collaboratively with teams across the organisation to support effective governance, organisational performance and continuous improvement.
You will build highly transferable skills in stakeholder engagement, written communication, coordination, problem solving, briefing, records management and project support while working with senior management, council and committee members, and external governance specialists.
The Governance team is known and respected for its professionalism, practical approach, attention to detail and commitment to supporting the National Gallery’s success. This ongoing role offers the opportunity to grow your career by developing broad organisational knowledge and a strong foundation in public sector governance.
Position contact: Sheridan Burnett
Telephone: (02) 6240 6414.
Attorney-General’s Department
ICT Procurement Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $101,672 to $113,413
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 0267/26_ES/ID-EXT
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://www.ag.gov.au
Employment opportunity: The Attorney-General’s Department is seeking an ICT Procurement Officer to work as part of a small team of ICT Professionals to support the Information Division to achieve strategic and effective ICT procurement outcomes that are compliant with relevant rules and policies. The Information Division provides IT services to the Attorney-General’s Department, including royal commissions. The support provided includes infrastructure services, help desk support, IT security, application support, ICT project management and ICT contract and procurement services.
The advertised role sits within the Office of the CIO, who supports the Chief Information Officer and the Information Division with ICT procurement activities, ICT financial management, ICT asset management and ICT governance and coordination activities.
The key functions of this role are to:
- Assist with all aspects of ICT procurement, including approaches to market, procurement registrations and approvals and drafting contracts.
- Provide support to internal stakeholders on all aspects of ICT procurement.
- Track costs of ICT procurement, including payment of invoices and management of purchase orders.
Position contact: Di Horton
Telephone: 0419 263 443.
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
Regulatory Officer, Vehicle Safety Operations Branch
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Locations: Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC
Salary: $89,225 to $96,829
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: 48062
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://www.infrastructure.gov.au
The role: The inherent requirements for this role include:
- An ability to demonstrate their capability against the APS 5 work-level standards.
- An ability to engage and influence stakeholders in a professional and effective manner.
- An ability to apply a range of tools, methods and approaches to deliver outcomes.
- An ability to apply critical thinking to analyse information and reach sound conclusions.
- An ability to generate high-quality recommendations to support decision-making.
- Demonstrated understanding of the role of regulation and the legislative mandate.
Position contact: Catherine Tamburro
Telephone: (02) 6136 7378.
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
Marketing Events Coordinator
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Lucas Heights, NSW
Salary: $86,000 to $97,000
Classification: APS Level 2
Position number: PD-1904
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September
Agency website: https://www.ansto.gov.au
The opportunity: The Marketing and Events function is key to building awareness of ANSTO’s expertise with external stakeholders, strengthening and supporting our outreach activities and facilitating engagement opportunities between ANSTO scientists and technologists and the wider community with an interest or stake in nuclear science and technology.
The role sits within the Nuclear Science and Technology Group’s Industry and Stakeholder Engagement Team, whose mission is to enable a sector-based industry engagement model based on the unique capabilities of ANSTO’s infrastructure and research themes. The Marketing and Events Coordinator is an integral role in the planning, promotion and execution of these engagement activities.
Position contact: Kyle Arthars
Telephone: (02) 9717 3223.
Attorney-General’s Department
General Members of the Administrative Review Tribunal
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Non-ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Classification: Statutory Appointment
Position number: 0227/26_ART-EXT
Applications close: Monday, 14 September
Agency website: https://www.ag.gov.au
The role: The Australian Government is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated candidates to take up professionally rewarding roles as General Members of the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the system of administrative review in Australia.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for appointment for up to five years on a salaried (full-time or part-time) or sessional basis.
This process is primarily seeking candidates with either experience in migration or protection matters, or with general administrative review skills that are adaptable to the migration and protection jurisdictional areas. Applicants with experience in the National Disability Insurance Scheme are also encouraged to apply.
Eligible candidates will be assessed as suitable for appointment by an independent assessment panel through a transparent and merit-based process, conducted in accordance with the Administrative Review Tribunal Act 2024 and supporting legislation.
Contact: ART Appointments
Telephone: (02) 6141 6111.
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Senior Adviser, Investigation Services
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Coffs Harbour, NSW; Fremantle, WA; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $154,955 to $179,636
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: 1439
Applications close: Monday, 14 September
Agency website: https://www.amsa.gov.au
The role: As the Senior Adviser, Investigation Services, you will lead a team responsible for supporting AMSA’s compliance and enforcement activities, providing specialist advice to inspectors and strengthening regulatory capability across the organisation.
Working with operational teams, legal specialists and external compliance partners, you will oversee key programs, including AMSA’s breach-reporting process, infringement notice scheme and Family Liaison Program. You will also lead the development of guidance, training and projects that support the consistent and effective use of compliance and enforcement powers.
This role offers the opportunity to apply your investigations, compliance or regulatory expertise in a complex operational environment that contributes directly to maritime safety and environmental protection.
Position contact: David Marsh
Telephone: (03) 8612 6005.
Australian Secret Intelligence Service
Business Continuity Officer and Preparedness Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $150,072 to $175,338
Classification: Executive Level 1
Security clearance: TOP SECRET-Privileged Access
Applications close: Monday, 14 September
Agency website: https://www.asis.gov.au
The roles: The Business Continuity Officer leads the service’s business continuity function and coordinates and leads the day-to-day work of junior team members. The role involves setting priorities, providing quality assurance over briefings and response arrangements. In addition, they represent the function to senior executives and external partners, exercising significant delegation and independent judgment to drive strategic direction.
The Preparedness Officer develops, maintains and drives the multi-year business continuity and resilience strategy, framework and improvement roadmap while embedding business continuity and resilience into enterprise, corporate, workforce and investment planning, and develops supporting policy, standards and governance. The role involves leading horizon scanning and threat analysis to anticipate emerging continuity risks and shape planning.
Position contact and telephone: Not provided.
Department of Defence
Governance and Risk Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Garden Island, NSW
Salary: $99,733 to $112,431
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: NAVY/03832/26
Security clearance: Negative Vetting level 1
Applications close: Monday, 14 September
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: This is a dynamic role with the opportunity to design and implement initiatives, work with senior leaders, and contribute to navy outcomes. We are seeking a proactive problem solver who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. An understanding of seaworthiness or land worthiness or corporate governance principles would be advantageous but is not essential:
Reporting to the Deputy Director, Operations, the successful candidate will:
- Develop policy processes and procedures to ensure SPTFOR is aligned with fleet direction on governance, performance and risk.
- Develop policy processes and procedures to accurately report on status and capabilities of SPTFOR units.
- Monitor and report support force units’ compliance, taking the initiative to progress work to meet business objectives, and provide advice and guidance on more complex issues.
- Perform quality assurance and audit activities.
- Resolve problems and implement alternative courses of action.
- Develop and maintain SPTFOR risk management processes.
- Transition AFGO 324 into the N Library.
- Work collaboratively, build and sustain effective relationships and provide constructive feedback.
Limited travel may be required to support assurance activities during the period.
Position contact: CMDR Peter Thompson
Telephone: (02) 9537 6147.
Aboriginal Hostels Limited
Cooks, Night Attendant and Housekeeper
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Thursday Island, QLD
Salary: $62,775 to $68,425
Classification: APS Level 2
Position number: 3067,3 068 and 3071
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 14 September
Agency website: https://www.ahl.gov.au
The opportunity: Aboriginal Hostels Limited is seeking reliable and motivated hostel workers to fill the following vacancies:
- Weekend cook (Cannon Boggo Pilot Hostel)
- Housekeeper and night attendant (Jumula Dubbins Hostel).
Join our team and help create a safe, clean and welcoming environment at our hostels. This is a great opportunity to be part of important work that supports First Nations peoples across Australia. If you’re looking for a position in a supportive team where your efforts truly matter, we would love to hear from you.
Position contact: Jackson Beckley
Telephone: 0437 767 985.
Australian Energy Regulator
AER 2027 Graduate Program
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Classification: APS Level 3, Graduate APS
Position number: AER-39
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Tuesday, 15 September
Agency website: http://www.aer.gov.au
The role: In the AER Graduate Program, you will work with a range of energy experts and contribute to important work on Australia’s transition to net-zero emissions. You will be supported with ongoing learning and development opportunities, access to flexible working conditions, and regular opportunities to network with all levels of our organisation as you do essential work that benefits all Australians.
Contact: Graduate Program Team
Email: [email protected].
Department of Defence
Trials Officer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Graytown, VIC
Salary: $89,841 to $96,829
Classification: APS Level 5
Position number: JCG/04674/26
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Applications close: Thursday, 17 September
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Trials Officer based at Graytown to plan, schedule and conduct explosive ordnance test and evaluation activities, including small to medium-calibre dynamic trials, grenade and mortar trials, and a range of static trials. Working closely with the Trials Manager, you will ensure trial site availability and resources are in place to support safe and effective trial preparation activities, contributing to the delivery of safe and suitable explosive ordnance and materiel to the Australian Defence Force.
The role involves coordinating and conducting test and evaluation activities in accordance with JPEU procedures, reporting on outcomes, developing and reviewing technical documentation, liaising with external agencies, supporting training and familiarisation activities, assisting with the acquisition and introduction of new equipment, contributing to process improvement initiatives, and acting as a Safety Officer for non-JPEU activities in accordance with sponsor requirements.
Position contact: Rebecca-Lee Kempton
Telephone: (03) 5736 3044.
Australian Federal Police
ACT Policing — Constable Kenny Koala Handler (Casual)
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Locations: Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Position number: REQ16176
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1 (Secret)
Applications close: Thursday, 17 September
Agency website: https://www.afp.gov.au/careers
The role: ACT Policing’s famous crime-fighting koala has become a household name over the years, helping generations of young people learn important life skills through fun, interactive safety education. For more than 50 years, the Constable Kenny Koala program has been delivering presentations across Canberra on the topics of road safety, protective behaviours, decision-making, and cyber safety. Constable Kenny is a high-profile and trusted public figure, and ACT Policing is now looking for the right additions to the team to continue upholding the valuable reputation he has in the community.
Working alongside Constable Kenny is more than just holding a puppet — it’s about bringing Constable Kenny to life, representing yourself as a trusted friend of both Constable Kenny and ACT Policing, and inspiring young people to make safe choices, build resilience, and develop positive relationships with police. Schools and early learning environments are at the heart of the program; a friend of Constable Kenny can expect to be spending their days delivering scheduled sessions to a variety of children aged three to 12. You will also have the opportunity to attend community events with Constable Kenny to continue promoting the work of police in the ACT and deepening community connections. All efforts are designed to build trust and confidence in ACT Policing, encourage vulnerable community members to report crime, and divert young people from unsafe behaviours.
Constable Kenny has an irreplaceable role to play as a conduit between police and the community — regardless of age, background, gender or language, the role of a Constable Kenny handler is to allow others to see themselves reflected in those there to protect them: the police. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a program that has touched the lives of thousands of Canberra children and families.
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. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and the position’s requirements.
Position contact: Sgt Brandon Thurgar
Email: [email protected].
