EL1 Executive Officer

AUSTRAC Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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The Executive Officer leads the strategic management of the Deputy CEO’s office, exercising a high degree of autonomy and judgment in overseeing complex cross-agency initiatives, coordinating strategic priorities, and influencing decision-making across AUSTRAC and portfolio partners.

As the Executive Officer, you will lead and support the office of the Deputy CEO in the management and coordination of executive and ministerial correspondence, briefing notes, submissions and reports on complex policy issues, business priorities and other issues.

You will demonstrate resilience, flexibility and composure in the face of shifting priorities as well as exercise sound judgement, pragmatism, discretion and use creativity to develop solutions that meet multiple interests. All responsibilities and duties will be undertaken with consideration to how they may affect and / or relate to other divisions, the agency, and portfolio.

A merit pool will be created to fill multiple positions available across the agency.

What are we looking for

While we are looking for these capabilities, we consider transferrable skills and encourage applicants who embody AUSTRAC's culture and values to apply.

• Policy - Leads the development and evaluation of complex policy advice for executive and ministerial consideration and manages the implications of evolving environmental, legislative and political contexts.
• Communicates Effectively – Demonstrates consistent, clear and meaningful communication across the agency and represents AUSTRAC in a professional manner.
• Persuade and Influence - Demonstrates a sound understanding of negotiation position and a clear grasp of key issues, likely arguments and areas for compromise.
• Environmental Scanning - Actively maintains awareness of events within and external to AUSTRAC, effectively identifying those that may have an impact and understands the internal and external factors influencing AUSTRAC and aligns organisational operations accordingly.

Key Duties

The duties of the Executive Officer are :

To be eligible for this role you :

Why AUSTRAC?

Flexible, hybrid work environment : We are committed to providing flexibility in working arrangements to recognise the importance of balancing work commitments with family, caring and other personal commitments of employees outside of work. AUSTRAC currently operates under a hybrid work arrangement.

Diversity and Inclusion : Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.

Employer of Choice : We have a strong reputation as an Employer of Choice, renowned for our exceptional work culture and outstanding employee census results which highlight our dedication to creating a positive and engaging environment.

Closing Date

Applications close at 11 : 30 pm on 13 July 2025

For enquiries, please contact : Su-Ann.Chan@austrac.gov.au

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management, General Business, and Other

Industries

Government Administration and Government Relations Services

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