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EOI - EL1 - ACT - Executive Officer

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 140828

 

Location

ACT 

 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Employment Type

Full-time

 

Vacancy Duration

Ongoing

 

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements considered 

 

Contact Officer

Courtney Whatman on 0466 549 608 or courtney.whatman@homeaffairs.gov.au 

 

Applications close on 02/03/2026 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

Who can apply

 

Applications are sought from ongoing substantive EL1 staff. Ongoing staff at other levels with relevant experience may also be considered for higher duties. 

 

 

About our team

 

DS Executive | Strategic Policy | N/A | N/a

 

The Strategic Policy Division provides cross-cutting advice that shapes high-level policy outcomes and drives the strategic direction of the Department. Our focus is on providing senior executives and ministers with integrated, forward-looking advice that tackles long-term strategic challenges and seizes emerging opportunities for the Portfolio.

 

The Asia and Global & Multilateral Asia Branches facilitate engagement with counterpart governments to further the Portfolio's international priorities through programmes of bilateral and multilateral engagements. The Intelligence Governance and Engagement Branch is responsible for delivering NIC agency strategic intelligence products and advice, intelligence training and oversight, engagement and coordination and policy to the Department. Strategy Branch engages across the Portfolio and with external government and non-government partners to develop integrated future-oriented approaches to significant cross-cutting challenges. Collectively, the division works to build and enhance the department's strategic policy capability; support and inform the strategic direction of the department; and ensure that outcomes of intelligence and international partnerships inform and contribute towards the portfolios strategic objectives.

 

Our dynamic, rewarding work provides a strategic view of Government priorities and a deep understanding of core processes, offering valuable experience that can be leveraged across the public service. We foster a supportive, resilient team culture where collaboration is key.

 

Flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours, can also be considered to support work-life balance.

 

 

What you’ll do

 

The Executive Officer will provide a high level of administrative and strategic support which includes but is not limited to:

 

  • providing high-level administrative support to the Deputy Secretary / First Assistant Secretary and other senior leaders including:
    • actioning and/or delegating the Deputy Secretary's / First Assistant Secretary's correspondence to ensure timely and effective business operations
    • working closely and collaboratively with the Deputy Secretary's / First Assistant Secretary's Executive Assistant to ensure priority matters are actioned appropriately;
  • provide high level strategic advice to the Deputy Secretary / First Assistant Secretary and other senior leaders on group matters;
  • providing secretariat support where required;
  • coordinating and/or preparing complex and/or sensitive correspondence, briefing for meetings, corporate documentation, submissions, speeches, talking points, research papers and other strategic communication and correspondence;
  • critically analysing complex issues and undertake high quality research;
  • contribute to the delivery of strategic planning, coordination, implementation, and execution of a range of programs and projects
  • Identify, report and mitigate risks and issues of concern, and escalate if required
  • establishing, maintaining and facilitating interatcions to build productive working relationships with, and providing a high level of service to:
    • members of the Senior Executive
    • the Offices of the Minister's for Home Affairs
    • staff at all levels across the department
    • senior officers in external agencies and organisations;
  • liaising with internal and external stakeholders to build and maintain a positive and collaborative culture;
  • representing the department at inter-departmental meetings and at conferences and seminars; and
  • acting as the principal point of contact on issues for the Deputy Secretary / First Assistant Secretary as required.

 

 

Skills and capability we need

 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

 

  • the ability to build productive working relationships, identify stakeholder needs, and develop relevant solutions.
  • superior written and oral communication skills.
  • a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once, along with strong coordination, liaison and influencing skills.
  • a robust working knowledge of relevant legislation.

 

 

What you’ll gain from the experience

 

This process is being used to fill an Executive Officer role. During your time in this role you will have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of strategic planning, coordination, implementations and execution of a range of programs and projects, and establish and maintain working relations with senior executive and support staff at all levels across the Department.

 

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 02/03/2026 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

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 140828 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 Negative Vetting Level 1 (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

 

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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 Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

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

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