Adviser Enterprise Committees, Ministerial and Parliamentary

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Defence Australia Full time

The Role

The Adviser Enterprise Committees, Ministerial and Parliamentary is part of a small team, responsible for supporting the Chief Defence Scientist (CDS). Working to the Senior Adviser you will operate under broad direction to achieve desired results within a high profile and fast-paced environment.

Your responsibilities within the team will include:

  • Providing strategic, technical and administrative support to CDS in preparation for enterprise committee meetings including, but not limited to, the Investment Committee and the Enterprise Business Committee, and provide support to CDS for Senate Estimates, and Private Briefings.
  • Supervising and supporting the Enterprise Committees, Ministerial and Parliamentary Officer, with responsibility for coordinating Freedom of Information requests for the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) to ensure they meet statutory requirements.

About our Team

The Enterprise Committees, Ministerial and Parliamentary team includes a Senior Adviser, Adviser, and Officer. We provide support to the Chief Defence Scientist and, by extension, Defence Science and Technology Group in delivering innovation, science and technology for Defence. Our team maintains a strong work ethic, positive leadership and commitment to Defence values, and encourages sustainable work-life balance.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will:

  • Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility to respond to the needs of the Chief Defence Scientist.
  • Be a team player, committed to making a difference, using your initiative to proactively identify opportunities to enhance capability and embed continuous improvement strategies within the team.
  • Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, be committed to delivering high quality outcomes on time, thrive in a fast-paced environment and be an effective problem solver.
  • Have attention to detail, ensuring your ability to conduct critical reviews of inputs to tasks, ensuring quality and consistency.

This is a privileged and highly rewarding position, offering insight and access to the CDS and DSTG Senior Executives. In this position, you will broaden your strategic awareness of Defence, academia, industry and the public sector.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 11 September 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference DSTG/07134/25 on

https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=54E71D97-85B1-3A45-4964-E41F14B7FF41

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