Executive Officer

5 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time $146,705 - $164,506 per year
Closes: 27 November 2025

Classification: Senior Officer Grade B

Salary: $146,705 - $164,506 plus superannuation

Position No: 33730

Directorate: Infrastructure Canberra

Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 November 2025

Contact Officer: Ria Ligeros on or

Details: The Office of the Deputy Director-General is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Executive Officer to join our team in a temporary 12-month role. Depending on interest and to provide broader opportunities, we may consider splitting the backfill between two candidates for six months each.

Reporting to the Senior Director, you will provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Deputy Director-General. Working closely with the Director-General's office, the team ensures seamless executive coordination across the Deputy Director-General and Director-General Offices, as well as the boarder Directorate.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

  • Managing the workflow of the Deputy Director-General's office, ensuring briefs, strategic papers and all other documentation are coordinated in a timely and efficient manner
  • Providing high-level executive support across governance, finance and human resources functions
  • Tracking and coordination correspondence, including conducting research and critical analysis to support informed decision-making
  • Fostering collaborative relationships across the Directorate, including executive support teams and external stakeholders
  • Driving process improvements and managing sensitive information with discretion
  • Performing other duties relevant to the role, as detailed in the position description

This is a key position within Infrastructure Canberra, with a strong focus on executive coordination and strategic support. The Executive Officer is expected to demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with a high level of professionalism, discretion and sound judgement. Success in this role requires advanced organisational capability, strong attention to detail, strong quality assurance capabilities, and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure. A positive approach to teamwork is also essential.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

Desirable:

  • Relevant experience and/or qualifications in executive support/office management.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office is highly desirable.

Notes: This is a temporary position available from 06 January 2026 for a period of up to 12 months. Depending on the successful applicant, an earlier start date may be requested to allow for a longer handover period commencing in December 2025.

Depending on interest and to provide broader opportunities, we may consider splitting the backfill between two candidates for six months each.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

This position requires a minimum in-office presence of three days per week.

How to apply:

  • Please submit a written response of no more than two pages outlining why you are best suited for this position.
  • Your response should address your experience in relation to the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities and Compliance Requirements/Qualifications outlined in the Position Description.
  • Please also include a current curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted .

LI-DNI
Note

This is a temporary position available from 06 January 2026 for a period of up to 12 months.

  • Executive Officer

    4 days ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Department of Finance Full time $126,885 - $153,655 per year

    Commercial Group / Procurement (CG) DivisionExecutive Level 1 ($126,885 - $153,655) | Ongoing & Non-ongoing | Full-timeCanberra, ACTABOUT THE DIVISIONS Procurement Division is responsible for providing advice and guidance to the Government on the procurement policy framework (including AusTender); building public sector and industry capability in...

  • Assistant Director – Executive Office

    5 hours ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Who we areDigital Business Division FAS OfficeThe First Assistant Secretary (FAS) Office within the Digital Business Division (DBD) provides strategic leadership and coordination across the division, ensuring alignment with departmental priorities and government objectives. As part of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, DBD delivers...

  • Executive Assistant to Executive Manager

    6 days ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Civil Aviation Safety Authority Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

    About the opportunityReporting to the Executive Manager Regulatory Oversight Division (EMROD), the Executive Assistant provides a range of office administration and organisational requirements to support the EMROD and the operation of the Regulatory Oversight Division (ROD).The Executive Assistant will need to work independently and work closely with the...

  • Executive Assistant

    5 hours ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Parliament of Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The Department of the House of Representatives is seeking applications from those interested in directly supporting the work of the House of Representatives and members of Parliament at Parliament House in Canberra.This is an ongoing opportunity within the Clerk's Office. The Clerk's Office supports the Clerk and Deputy Clerk of the House of Representatives,...

  • Executive Assistant

    6 days ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time $84,901 - $91,901 per year

    Closes: 26 November 2025Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 4Salary: $84,901 - $91,501 plus superannuationPosition No: 53211, severalDirectorate: Health and Community ServicesAdvertised (Gazettal date): 07 November 2025Contact Officer: Kate Chambers on or Details:DIRECTORATE OVERVIEWThe Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD)...

  • Executive Assistant and Administration Officer

    5 hours ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Compas Pty Ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Commencing ASAPContract until 30 June 2026Must be an Australian Citizen with a Baseline Clearance The RolePlay a key role in supporting a dynamic branch within a government department, where your organisational skills and professionalism will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations. As the first point of contact, you'll provide high-level administrative...

  • Executive Assistant

    4 days ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time $1,128,608 - $1,155,204 per year

    DescriptionEmployment Type: Full Time, PermanentClassification: Administrative Service Officer Level 5 (PN 61128)Salary: $93,784 – $98,967 (Plus 12% Super)Location: Canberra Health ServicesSection: Office of Network Professional LeadershipClosing Date: 12th October 2025What can we offer you:Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a...

  • APS5 Executive Assistant

    2 hours ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Australian Institute of Health and Welfare Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The AIHW's APS employee census results attest to our positive and supportive workplace culture. We are an inclusive, flexible, and productive workplace where people are treated with respect and courtesy, and diverse and unique attributes are recognised and valued. Our results also show that we achieved top ten rankings in staff engagement, communication,...

  • AP4/5 Executive Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Adecco Australia Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion forsupporting senior executives and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations? Adeccois proud to partner with a high-profile Federal Government client to recruitfor a unique opportunity at the  APS4/5 level .About UsAs one of the world's leading recruitment agencies, weleverage our global presence to produce...

  • Executive Support Officer

    1 week ago

    Canberra, ACT, Australia Randstad - Business Support Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Are you an exceptional support officer seeking a challenging and rewarding APS4 role? Do you pride yourself on your organisational superpowers, attention to detail, and ability to keep everything running smoothly? We're looking for someone with relevant skills and experience to fill a pivotal support role within a key government agency.With positions...