Administrative Officer

Administrative Officer - Affirmative Measures - First Nations

Level 4

**$93,591 - $97,628 plus superannuation**

**ABOUT US**

ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Its mission is to protect and promote
Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by the Government. Its
work can involve collecting intelligence relating to national security, international relations and economic
issues. It also contributes to Australia’s coordinated national efforts against terrorism, proliferation of
weapons of mass destruction, and trans-national issues such as people smuggling.

**WHAT WE OFFER
**A competitive salary***

A career with a difference, making a direct contribution to Australia’s national security

A unique working environment where the work is stimulating and our people matter

Ongoing training and personal development opportunities

Ongoing employment with opportunity for part-time or flexible work hours

Generous leave provisions

As an Administrative Officer within the Service, you will play a key role in the administration of a wide
variety of functions. We are seeking administrative professionals who have some experience at delivering
high levels of administrative and project support.

ASIS administrative employees work as part of a team, have excellent interpersonal skills, sound
support the work of the Service. Some of the duties may include:
Providing general administrative support and assistance;
Providing secretariat support to interagency forums;
Providing support and guidance on relevant policy and procedures;
Developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships;
Contributing to corporate planning and reporting processes;
Undertaking project management responsibilities; and

Developing and implementing relevant policies and process documentation.

In addition to our current vacancies, successful applicants through this process will be placed in a merit
pool which may be utilised to fill future vacancies over the next 18 months.

**These positions are Canberra based**, with conditions of service similar to those in the Australian Public
Service, including superannuation.

ASIS is a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are empowered through authenticity and a
sense of belonging to achieve their potential and contribute to a shared purpose and mission. Diversity
and inclusion ensures ASIS’s workforce reflects the community we serve, and demonstrates ASIS’s
commitment to Australian values.

**We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you are excited about this role but**
**your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply.**

**SELECTION CRITERIA**
to the competencies for the position.

**Supports Strategic Direction**

Supports shared purpose and direction;
Thinks strategically;
Harnesses information and opportunities; and

Shows judgement, intelligence and common sense.

**Achieves Results**

Identifies and uses resources wisely;
Applies and builds professional expertise;
Responds positively to change; and

Takes responsibility for managing work projects to achieve results.

**Support Productive Working Relationships**

Nurtures internal and external relationships;
Listens to, understands and recognises the needs of others;
Values individual differences and diversity; and

Shares learning and supports other.

**Displays personal drive and integrity**

Demonstrates public service professionalism and probity;
Engages with risk and shows personal courage;
Commits to action;
Promotes and adopts a positive and balanced approach to work; and

Demonstrates self-awareness and a commitment to personal development.

**Communicates with Influence**

Communicates clearly;
Listens, understands and adapts to audience; and

Negotiates confidently.

**Job Specific Requirements**

Demonstrated experience and education relevant to the role.

**ELIGIBILITY**
The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under Section 8(1) of the ‘Racial
Discrimination Act 1975’. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Straight people.

eligbility for this vacancy should they be found suitable prior to being made a formal offer of employment.

Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; and

Are accepted by their community as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Evidence of confirmation of heritage include:
A letter signed and executed by the Chairperson of an incoporated Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait

Islander organisation confirming that they are recognised as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait

Islander person; or

Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent form executed by an Aboriginal

and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation.

Australian citizenship.

**If you experience any technical issues or have any questions about the aff