Materials & Logistics Manager, Northern Territory

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is an independent statutory authority established by the Australian Government to maintain an impartial and independent electoral system for eligible voters through active electoral roll management, efficient delivery of polling services, and targeted education and public awareness programs.

• The AEC's values and commitments

The AEC values and commitments are an essential component of our operating environment and frame how AEC staff work. The AEC's focus is on electoral integrity through the values of quality, agility and professionalism.

• The Team

The Northern Territory is composed of the divisions of Darwin and Lingiari. Divisional offices reside in Darwin's city centre, along with the Territory's state office. Divisional Offices are each led by a team leader and supported by a team comprehending an assistant team leader and a small cohort of divisional staff, working together to implement a number of projects necessary for the successful delivery of a federal event.

The State Office Executive supports the effective running of the Northern Territory Office.

• The Opportunity

Reporting to the Team Leaders, the Materials and Logistics Manager has responsibility for delivery of all elements of the Referendum materials and logistics project. Deliverables include materials inventory management, development of delivery and collection schedules, broader Referendum logistics and return of materials from polling places on Referendum Day. Other activities may come into scope throughout the lead up to and during the Referendum delivery period.

To excel you'll have demonstrated ability in :

• Supervising warehouse operations,
• Maintaining inventory control,
• Maintaining pick and pack protocols with strong quality assurance measures,
• Meeting strict deadlines,
• Logistics experience and knowledge of Northern Territory conditions
• Eligibility
• AEC employees must be Australian citizens.
• Any person who is, and seen to be active in political affairs, and intends to publicly carry on this activity, may compromise the strict neutrality of the AEC and cannot be considered.
• Applicants are required to consent to, undergo, obtain and maintain a character clearance.
• Applicants are required to consent to, undergo, obtain and maintain the security clearance required for this role.
• Be a current ongoing APS employee.
• Interested applicants will be asked to identify availability, notice period and confirmation that you are able to be released by your Home Agency.