Executive Assistant, APS Level 5, Anti-Dumping Commission

• Melbourne
• Applications close, 1 December 2025
• The salary range for this role is $86,631 - $91,809

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia's future.

Please see the APSC's APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the Anti-Dumping Commission

We are Australia's trade remedies authority - the Anti-Dumping Commission. The commission is responsible for undertaking investigations into allegations of unfair international trade practices involving goods entering Australia and administering Australia's anti-dumping legislation. These investigations seek to deliver a level playing field for industry. Professionalism, excellence and independence underpins the commission's world-class reputation.

The commission is a connected team of professionals with investigative, accounting, auditing, business, learning and development, legal, economic, and international trade skills and experience. We promote a positive workplace culture and support flexible working arrangements. Our goal is for staff to reach their full potential through engaging work and career growth opportunities, within a diverse, inclusive and connected team of peers and leaders.

To undertake this role, you will be required to demonstrate that you have:

• strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
• strong time management and organisation skills and the ability to effectively prioritise tasks
• a proactive can-do disposition with a track record of demonstrating initiative
• strong Microsoft Office suite skills
• the ability to apply a high level of confidentiality, judgement and initiative to all situations
• high standards of professional and personal integrity
• an ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• attention to detail

Previous Executive Assistant (EA) experience is not required if the ideal candidate has the right attitude, personality, and approach.

Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.

Executive assistance

• secretariat for decision-making bodies (e.g. coordination of papers, agendas, minutes, and directly liaising with branch heads, directors and staff.
• provide executive secretarial and administrative support to the Commissioner including arranging meetings, email and diary management.
• manage deadlines and clearances, on behalf of the Commissioner, using judgement to prioritise and ensure timely adherence to timeframes.
• play a leadership role to the administrative support team across the ADC.
• build and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholder on behalf of the Commission in line with the APS Values and Code of Conduct and relevant departmental policies.
• work collaboratively across the executive team and the commission to support the Commissioner as required.
• coordinate and prepare correspondence and briefing material as required

Additional responsibilities may include:

• support the implementation and management of project and program activities
• build technical expertise that contributes to business unit outcomes
• undertake research and analysis
• network across the department and APS, including having a high level of communication with Senior Executives and the Executive Support Team.

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

This vacancy is Melbourne based. If you have any questions, please reach out to the contact officer.

A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact or if you require assistance with your application.

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Monika Lacey on or via email on