Committee Secretary

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Department of the Senate Full time $163,215 - $174,515 per year
  • PEL 2
  • $163,215 to $174,515
  • Committee Office

The Department of the Senate is seeking applications from those interested in joining the Committee Office in the role of Committee Secretary.

The Committee Office provides secretariat support and advice to the Senate's legislative and general purpose standing committees, and select committees, and joint committees for which the Senate has secretariat responsibility. Committee Office staff also play a key role in facilitating the public's awareness of, and involvement in, the work of committees.

The Committee Secretary leads a secretariat team that supports committees in the conduct of inquiries into policy issues, legislation and the scrutiny of departments and agencies. They apply high-level intellectual, managerial and communication skills to lead secretariat teams, undertake complex research, analyse evidence and draft committee reports.

The Committee Secretary also advises the committee chair and committee members on committee practice and procedure and interacts effectively with senators, senior level private and public sector representatives, citizens and the media.

To apply, you are asked to provide a statement of claims against each selection criteria, detailing your suitability to perform the duties of the position, along with a copy of your CV or résumé.

For any inquiries relating to the duties of the advertised position, please contact Rachel Callinan, Clerk Assistant (Committees) on

The Department of the Senate is committed to being an inclusive employer. We aim to provide a supportive, flexible, and fair workplace that recognises the diversity within the Australian community, where all employees feel respected, valued and supported to best contribute to our work. We encourage applications from First Nations' people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQA+, mature aged employees and people with caring responsibilities.

We can provide support and adjustments to assist candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process, such as assistance with access, an alternative format for completing an application, or additional time for a skills assessment or interview. If you have any questions, or require support or adjustments, please contact HR on or by email at

Further information about support and adjustments, including the availability of flexible working arrangements we can offer to facilitate equitable participation in the workplace will be provided on commencement.

How to apply:

For additional information regarding this recruitment process please contact the Human Resource Management section on or email us

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