Senior Project Officer, Aps6, Executive Office

2 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ACCC Full time
Join the ACCC as a Senior Project Officer - Government Relations and Advocacy
Do you want to work at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to address significant issues facing consumers and businesses? Are you looking to collaborate with smart, dedicated people from diverse backgrounds on meaningful matters? Do you want to play a key role in supporting the ACCC's engagement with parliament, policy departments, and ministerial offices?
Then this is the place for you
At the ACCC, we're proud of the impact we can make together.
We understand the responsibilities and challenges of a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.
Our high-performing culture is built on care, support, and inclusion.
We prioritize connection, collaboration, and the wellbeing of our people, empowering them to work autonomously, flexibly, and courageously.
We believe the best version of you is the authentic one, and we want that person on our team.
We value flexibility; all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or from Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time, or job-sharing basis.
Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disabilities, and those from different cultural backgrounds, are encouraged to apply.
About the Role
The Senior Project Officer in Government Relations and Advocacy supports the agency's Commissioners, senior executives, and the broader organization in their engagement with government, Parliament, policy departments, and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities

Administrative support: Undertake forward planning and support the tracking and planning of key team priorities.
Communications and engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare for Board and Committee presentations, briefings for senior officials, and assist in producing speeches, submissions, and publications.
Workforce capability: Support team development through process reviews, knowledge management, and induction programs.
Leadership: Supervise and support junior staff within the team and organization.
Events coordination: Prepare for stakeholder meetings and events throughout the year.

About You
To succeed, you will have:

Experience in administration, regulation, projects, communications, or related fields.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize demanding workloads.
Strong interpersonal skills to influence, negotiate, and collaborate effectively.
Excellent communication skills to convey complex issues clearly across various mediums.
Research and analytical skills to develop solutions and strategic recommendations.
Understanding of the ACCC's role, current issues in Competition and Consumer Law, and policy development.
Experience supervising and supporting junior staff.
A positive attitude and team-oriented approach, with flexibility across tasks and workstreams.

For more information about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit.
How to Apply
Respond with a statement of claims (up to 800 words) and submit your resume, highlighting key outcomes or achievements (max 2 pages).
Salary: APS6 $99,562 - $111,590 (plus 15.4% superannuation)
Contact: Max Chappell, Director, Government Relations and Advocacy Team, 03 9910 9410, Max.
Chappell@accc.gov.au
Application Deadline: 11:00 pm (AEST), Sunday 7 September 2025
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