85-2022 - Aps6 Cabinet Liaison Officer, Ministerial

7 days ago

Canberra, Australia The Treasury - Australian Government Full time

Cabinet Liaison Officers (CLOs) work as part of the Ministerial, Parliamentary and Cabinet Section and are responsible for:

- facilitating and managing the development and lodgement of submissions for Cabinet and Cabinet Committees, ensuring they meet Cabinet protocols
- providing accurate advice and support to the department on Cabinet protocols and processes
- managing the distribution of submissions within Treasury, including the coordination of departmental comments
- coordinating briefing and meeting packs for the Secretary on items to be considered at meetings of Cabinet and Cabinet Committees
- conducting regular audits of the department’s holdings of Cabinet material.

The key skills and attributes of a successful CLO are:

- Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to build rapport and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including other government departments and ministers’ offices
- Collaborative and supportive team player
- Effective communication skills and confidence presenting processes at various forums.

CLOs must be willing to work on a rostered basis during peak periods, including being on-call after business hours and on weekends (restriction allowance applies).

**Desirable Qualifications/ Experience**

Cabinet experience and a Negative Vetting 1 (minimum) security clearance are desirable.

**Eligibility**

Employees of the Treasury are required to be Australian citizens and must hold a current security clearance or successfully complete a clearance prior to commencement.

**How to Apply**

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about this opportunity and how to apply.

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