Aps 6 - Ministerial & Parliamentary Officer

3 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

$85,607 - $97,790 (plus Super)
- Canberra - ACT

**The Role**
A most valuable opportunity awaits in Strategy, Policy, and Industry (SP&I) Group Ministerial & Parliamentary for a public servant who is prepared to execute one of the most vital coordinating functions in our organisation.

As a Ministerial & Parliamentary Officer, your responsibilities will place you squarely in the eye of the storm, coordinating the flow of business across all sections of SP&I Group. The role is a demanding one - but the rewards are more than equal to the challenges. By mastering the role, you will gain an outstanding degree of insight into the holistic functioning of SP&I, elevate your organisational skills, and gather experiences which will stand you in good stead across a multitude of future career paths.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Coordinating the daily handling of Ministerial and Parliamentary workflow, freedom of information and weekly reporting for Deputy Secretary SP&I.
- Engaging and negotiating with stakeholders to achieve business outcomes.
- Taking the initiative to progress work to meet business objectives, and providing advice and guidance on more complex issues.
- Demonstrating a strategic understanding of the impact and implications of Ministerial and Parliamentary business to the work area and, more broadly, Defence and whole -of
- government.
- Resolving problems and implementing alternative courses of action.
- Working collaboratively, building and sustaining effective relationships and providing constructive feedback to achieve Ministerial and Parliamentary outcomes.

**About our Team**
SP&I Ministerial & Parliamentary operates inside a challenging, varied and high-tempo environment. We rise and fall as a unit, and our success depends on forming positive, supportive relationships, both within our section and across the Group.

You will be part of a dynamic team contributing to Parliamentary and Ministerial business through the quality check process. We are the gatekeepers for the progression of Ministerial Briefs - including Question Time Briefs - and support our Senior Executive at Parliamentary hearings such as Senate Estimates.

We engage on a regular basis with Senior Leadership, both within SP&I and across key areas of Defence. We deploy our communication and negotiation skills to facilitate outcomes for a vast range of stakeholders. We invest in the personal and professional development of our team members, providing training opportunities which will equip you for an outstanding future within Defence’s strategic centre. Our management will go the extra mile to support you in developing the skills to move into an administration manager role.

A successful Ministerial and Parliamentary Officer will:

- Be outcomes focused, with a high level of attention to detail and exceptional time management;
- Be able to engage with and provide assistance to internal stakeholders, including Senior Executives;
- Have demonstrated experience in managing competing priorities; and
- Have the ability to work under limited supervision in accordance with changing priorities to meet deadlines.

Information pack Opens in new window



  • Canberra, Australia Department of Industry, Science, Energy & Resources Full time

    **Job no**: 512682 **Employment type**: Ongoing **Location**: Canberra **Categories**: Legal, APS Level 6, Administration, Parliamentary Officer **About the department**: The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (the department) plays a key role in the Australian Government’s agenda to create jobs and build a stronger, more resilient and...


  • Canberra, Australia HOBAN Recruitment Full time

    Hoban Recruitment are sourcing an experienced **APS 6 Parliamentary & Ministerial Officer**, to join our client who are a federal agency. - Attractive hourly rate of $60.26 per day including casual loading plus 10.5% superannuation. - Located in Braddon Canberra. - Up to 12-months casual assignment plus possibility of an extension, pending business...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Department of Industry, Science, Energy & Resources Full time

    Job no: 512682Employment type: OngoingLocation: CanberraCategories: Legal, APS Level 6, Administration, Parliamentary OfficerAbout the department:The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (the department) plays a key role in the Australian Government's agenda to create jobs and build a stronger, more resilient and competitive economy. Our work builds...


  • Canberra, Australia face2face Recruitment Full time

    **Closing Date**:9 AM Tuesday 27 February 2024 **face2face reference**:597109 **Location**:Deakin ACT **Hours**:Full-Time **Contract length**:12 Month Contract **Entry requirements**:Australian Citizen **Pay rate**:$55.24 p/h ex super **About the role**: The APS 5 Ministerial and Parliamentary Officer will undertake activities and tasks using available...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia face2face Recruitment Full time

    Closing Date:9 AM Tuesday 27 February 2024face2face reference:597109Location:Deakin ACTHours:Full-TimeContract length:12 Month ContractEntry requirements:Australian CitizenPay rate:$55.24 p/h ex superAbout the role:The APS 5 Ministerial and Parliamentary Officer will undertake activities and tasks using available information where options are not always...

  • Aps 5 and Aps 6

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Department of Veterans' Affairs Full time

    Salary Range: $88,923 - $110,982 + Attractive Superannuation The Ministerial, International & Stakeholder Relations Branch includes the Ministerial & Parliamentary Support Section, the International & Stakeholder Relations Section and the Information Access Unit. The Branch coordinates, supports and provides quality assurance services for the Minister, the...


  • Canberra, Australia Department of Agriculture & Water Resources Full time

    APS4, APS5, APS6 and EL1 - Various Australian Government departments - Canberra, ACT Ministerial and Parliamentary positions play a critical role in supporting parliamentary activities for departments and portfolio Ministers’ offices. Services include processing and handling ministerial documents, coordination of departmental appearances at Senate...


  • Canberra, Australia face2face Recruitment Full time

    **Closing Date**:9 AM Tuesday 27 February 2024 **face2face reference**:597109 **Location**:Deakin, ACT **Hours**:Full-Time **Contract length**:12 Month Contract **Entry requirements**:Australian Citizen **Pay range**:$43.82 p/h ex super **About the role**: The position will provide operational and administrative support that is informed and directed by...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $55.24 AUD - $55.24 AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 13-Feb-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-157028 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $55.24 AUD - $55.24 AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 13-Feb-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-157028 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $43.82 AUD - $43.82 AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 13-Feb-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-157027 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $43.82 AUD - $43.82 AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 13-Feb-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-157027 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory- Category Executive- Salary- $55.24 AUD - $55.24 AUD Hourly- Posted 13Feb2024- Work type Full Time- Contact Jess Kaur- Reference BH157028As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over...

  • Parliamentary Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia National Health and Medical Research Council Full time

    APS Level 6 - $88,442 - $99,774 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation - Canberra NHMRC is seeking an experienced and high performing Parliamentary Officer to contribute to the Communication, Parliamentary and Events Section. The primary role of this position is to provide Parliamentary support and advice to all levels of the organisation and coordinate input...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory- Category Executive- Salary- $43.82 AUD - $43.82 AUD Hourly- Posted 13Feb2024- Work type Full Time- Contact Jess Kaur- Reference BH157027As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over...

  • Aps Level 6

    2 months ago


    Canberra, Australia National Health Funding Body Full time

    **Job Reference Number **22-PCPDIV-16178 **Classification **APS Level 6 **Job Title **APS Level 6 - Cabinet Liaison Officer **Division **People Communication and Parliamentary Division **Branch **Ministerial and Parliament Services Branch **Section **Cabinet and Parliamentary Coord Section **Location **Canberra, ACT Brisbane, QLD **Status **Ongoing &...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod’s recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals. Our Federal Government client is seeking...


  • Canberra, Australia Talent International Full time

    **Job Details**: **Location** Canberra **Salary** AU$0.00 - AU$60 per hour + Super **Job Type** Contract **Ref** BBBH101832_1684203956 **Contact** Connie Tong **Posted** about 5 hours ago - **Contract Term: 12 Months plus possible extension**: - ** Hybrid working option (Maximum 2 days working from home)** Our client is seeking for an **APS6...


  • Canberra, Australia DFP Recruitment Services Full time

    **Job description**: **APS5 Ministerial and Parliamentary Officer** - ** $55.24 per hour + super**: - ** Canberra, Deakin - Brand New Office**: - ** 12-month contract**: - ** Hybrid with Flexible Work Arrangements** **The Organisation** This Government body works with people with disability, providers, and the community to deliver nationally consistent,...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod's recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals.Our Federal Government client is seeking to...