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Senior External Budgets and Policy Officers

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137809

 

Location

ACT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

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

 

Contact Officer

Nutan Singh on 02 6264 1410 or nutan.r.singh@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 16/06/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill several 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

 

Chief Operating Officer Group | Finance Division | External Budgets & Revenue | External Costings/Administered Financials Management/External Budget Coordination/Revenue Management

 

The External Budgets and Revenue Branch is responsible for managing the external budget process for the Department of Home Affairs including costings for New Policy Proposals (NPP) as part of the whole-of-government budget process; Cabinet and ministerial submission coordination; delivering the Portfolio Budget Statements (PBS) and Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements (PAES) documents; and management of the Portfolio's funding models and revenue collection. 

 

The Branch four Sections hiring including: the External Costings Section, Administered Financials Management Section, External Budget Coordination Section and Revenue Management Section.

 

The External Costings Section is responsible for costing new policy proposals across Home Affairs providing expert technical advice working closely with business areas and agencies across government to ensure key priorities are funded.

 

The External Budget Coordination Section coordinates budget documentation for the Home Affairs portfolio. The Section tracks and reviews new policy proposals, Cabinet submissions and provides advice and assistance to business areas and portfolio agencies in respect of budget matters.

 

The Revenue Management Section manages more than $20 billion in revenue collections on behalf of the Australian Government. The Section is responsible for forecasting and reporting of administered revenue, overseeing accounts receivable and debt management.

 

The Administered Financial Management Section provides advice, analysis and support in relation to the Onshore Immigration Detention Network and the Offshore Regional Processing, month end processing, internal budget management and executive reporting.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

About the vacancies

 

As part of the External Costings team, you will have the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of Cabinet and budget processes, while building technical skills in costings, public finance and accounting – capabilities that are highly valued across the Australian Public Service. This role offers valuable insight into the whole-of-government budget process and the way senior decision-makers think.

 

With guidance from senior staff, you will be expected to contribute to the development of costings by:

 

  • Communicating clearly and effectively to influence outcomes
  • Showing initiative and exercising sound judgment to provide accurate and specialised advice
  • Understanding and shaping costings of policy settings and implementation arrangements

 

As part of the External Budget Coordination team, you will develop an understanding of the Cabinet and budget processes. The role offers:

 

  • Visibility of work across the portfolio. 
  • Opportunities to provide valuable input into financial information across the portfolio. 
  • Experience in whole-of-government and internal budget processes.

 

As part of the Revenue Management team, you will support the Executive, Minister’s Office and other key stakeholders by:

 

  • Analysing trends and providing advice on emerging issues affecting revenue collections. 
  • Developing and maintaining models that underpin revenue costings. 
  • Applying modelling techniques and data analysis tools to enhance business practices.

 

As part of the Administered Financials Management team, providing support and input into a range of financial and budget activities related to the highly complex major contracts for the Onshore and Offshore Detention Network you will be responsible for:

 

  • Overseeing and undertaking invoice verification and approval processes.
  • Preparation of monthly accruals and journals ensuring expenditure is accounted for.
  • Assisting with all financial reporting and analysis activities.
  • Provide advice and analysis on financial matters including expenditure, cost pressures.

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • Work effectively and deliver quality outcomes with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrate initiative, resilience, and a strong drive to meet goals within tight timeframes.
  • Present information clearly and have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Negotiate and influence effectively with well-developed interpersonal skills.
  • Manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail. 
  • Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders with strong teamwork skills.
  • Experience in Excel is essential for all roles.
  • A background in modelling including using R, SQL, or Teradata is highly desirable for roles with the Revenue Management Section.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyse information, supporting a timely, accurate and effective costings process that ensures the appropriate funding outcomes for the Department.
  • Ability to develop an understanding of the external budget, costings, departmental and public policy processes working with the Assistant Director and Director to deliver costings.
  • Build productive working relationships with the Department of Finance and the Home Affairs Finance Division to support the costing process.
  • Understand Cabinet and budget processes including the Budget Process Operational Rules (BPORS), and demonstrate integrity in handling information.
  • Deliver accurate and high-quality work within tight timeframes.
  • Understand and contribute to the preparation of advice on New Policy Proposals, Ministerial Submissions and Cabinet Submissions related to costings.
  • Use analytical tools such as Excel to develop costings accurately and on time.

 

Additional information

 

  • Understanding of the Australian Government financial framework and financial reporting requirements is desirable but not essential.
  • Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or mathematics.
  • For Revenue Management roles: Experience with data analysis and modelling using R, SQL, or Teradata is highly desirable.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 16/06/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – 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 highlighting your preferred Section.

 

Please prepare a one-page applicant response 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 – 137809 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.  

 

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

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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