APS6 Senior Officer, Performance, Governance and Inquires Branch

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 140615

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Maggie Blakeney on 0403 192 201 or maggie.blakeney@homeaffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Flexible; Hybrid; Onsite - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 14/12/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 6 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

DS Executive | Executive Coordination | Performance Governance & Inquiries 

The Performance, Governance and Inquiries Branch is a central point of support and oversight for the Department, providing strategic advice and guidance to the Executive and relevant Portfolio Ministers and consists of the following teams:

• The Enterprise, Planning and Reporting Section is responsible for ensuring key planning and reporting processes are embedded in the Department's governance functions with clear lines of responsibilities.
• The Inquiries Section provides a centralised function that coordinates input from across the Department to support comprehensive parliamentary and public inquiries. The section also uplifts SES readiness for Senate Estimates by anticipating critical topics and driving targeted preparation.
• The Enterprise Governance Section provides direct support to the senior strategic decision-making and is responsible for managing the Governance Framework, thereby supporting the operational and strategic vision for the Department
• The Evaluation and Impact Analysis Section is responsible for designing and implementing activities to uplift the Department's evaluation practices, including capability initiatives and evaluation advice. It is also responsible for engagement with other Commonwealth agencies on the impacts of new policies and programs.
• The Enterprise Risk Section is responsible for ensuring that effective risk management is embedded within the Department and provides advice and support to the Chief Risk Officer and staff across the organisation in identifying, assessing and reporting on their risks.
• The Strategic Risks Section works with business areas to support them in identifying and managing their strategic and emerging risks and building risk management capability and culture across the department.
• The Child Wellbeing Strategy and Capability Section supports the department to embed children's safety and wellbeing at the centre of our values, actions and practice by building organisational and operational capability in line with Australia's domestic and child-related commitments.

Candidates are asked to identify in their Applicant Response which Sections they would like to be considered for.

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Our ideal candidate

We welcome high performing candidates who bring a range of experience and varied perspectives, are willing to work collaboratively as part of a diverse and supportive team, and have a desire to support organisational and Government outcomes. Our ideal candidate will be self-driven and seek to directly influence and lead projects that enhance business outcomes. Experience in stakeholder engagement, governance, planning, policy, performance monitoring, evaluation or risk will be highly regarded.

The skills and attributes that will be highly regarded are:

• Strong stakeholder engagement, consultation and collaboration skills, including the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and logical manner
• Sound organisational skills, including coordinating and prioritising work whilst adapting a proactive and flexible approach to competing priorities
• Ability to problem solve and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent strategic thinking and critical analysis skills.

Duties and responsibilities

All roles within PGI Branch provide a unique opportunity to gain an understanding of the broader work of the whole Home Affairs Portfolio, including border policy and security, emergency planning and management, counter-terrorism and cyber and transport security. This knowledge and understanding provides invaluable insights that can be utilised throughout your career within the Home Affairs Portfolio. PGI Branch is committed to ensuring a healthy work-life balance for its staff and offering a range of flexible work arrangements to eligible employees, including variable hours and working from home.

Specific responsibilities will vary across the positions but may include:

• Developing and maintaining productive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including Ministers' Offices and the Senior Executive, to achieve outcomes and support the flow of information across stakeholder groups
• Providing advice, guidance and technical knowledge to key stakeholders on strategic objectives and enterprise performance to support informed, risk-based decision-making and statutory obligations
• Supporting the department's high-level governance committees and ensuring  the delivery of critical governance advice and support to leadership teams, maintaining strong strategic planning to proactively shape and coordinate tasks and communication deliverables for Ministers and Senior Executives
• Contributing to the development of the department's Corporate Plan and Annual Report
• Supporting the department and broader portfolio's holistic and proactive engagement with external inquiries and reviews, including coordinating responses to requests, monitoring and briefing on relevant activity, and providing hearing support for Portfolio Executives
• Identifying and providing advice on emerging risks, including their implications for the department's strategic direction, and support change management across the organisation

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 14/12/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role
• Which Section of the Performance, Governance and Inquiries Branch you would like to be considered for

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 140615 in the document footer.

​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

​The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

 
In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

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Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

Internal applicants with technical enquiries can:

• Lodge an enquiry through the HR Help portal
• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers.