APS6 - Senior Administration officer, Office of the Administrator Norfolk Island

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We want to recruit the best people to our department. Our roles support flexible work arrangements including the opportunity to work from our departmental office and hybrid (mixture of office and home-base work).

This role is located in Norfolk Island

A merit pool may be formed and used to fill future similar vacancies in this location.

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Contact Officer:

Annie Pike, on or

Closing Date:

11.59pm AEDT, Thursday 9 October 2025

The opportunity we have available

The Office of the Administrator is a small, energetic, dedicated team that deliver effective governance and management arrangements in support of the official duties of the Administrator of Norfolk Island. This includes community and statutory responsibilities. The Office ensures efficient and effective stewardship of Government House in accordance with heritage requirements and maintenance programs.

You will be part of a small and dynamic team which provides high quality executive support to the Administrator. You can expect to undertake procedural, clerical, administrative, educational, and operational tasks with limited supervision. You will provide high level advice on legislation frameworks, government decision-making and be responsible for the effective administration of the Norfolk Island Volunteer Awards. You will support the Administrator's Office to reinforce the Australian Government's shared values with the Norfolk Island community.

You will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. You will provide professional and policy advice in relation to complex work and contribute to strategic planning, program and project management and policy development. You will lead a team and be accountable to set work priorities and management workflows. You are expected to be capable of building team capability through coaching, feedback and developing the quality of work undertaken by your team. You will exercise the associated people and financial responsibilities to achieve work unit outcomes.

What will you do ?

To be successful in the role, you will need to:

• Planning and managing the maintenance and program of the Administrator and their official household and official residence, Government House Norfolk Island, including the procurement of services and monitoring of existing arrangements
• Enhance and contemporize the impact of the Administrators role in modern Norfolk Island
• Operate under broad direction with independence to think critically, analyse and solve very complex or sensitive problems and make decisions that are based on professional judgement, evaluating evidence and risks in the context of a complex and changing environment
• Develop and support productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to respond to needs, manage expectations, develop solutions and solve problems.
• Provide advice to, and liaise with, Australian Government agencies and officials on Norfolk Island related matters.
• The role requires the successful candidate to hold and maintain a driver licence as travel between the office and third-party workplaces is required, and PPE will be provided for use while onsite.

Who are we looking for?

As the Senior Administration Officer, you will have a proven track record in a supervisory role, supporting Senior Government Officials. You will demonstrate the personal qualities and interpersonal skills necessary to perform in a remote location on Norfolk Island. Outstanding knowledge of Australian Government processes and administrative procedures is essential. The successful candidate will have the ability to perform the duties of the position in accordance with APS values, APS Employment Principles and Code of Conduct, details of which can be found on the APSC website.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to service, working professionally, objectively, innovatively, and efficiently to achieve the best results for the Norfolk Island community.

You will also demonstrate the following:

• Exceptional understanding and passion for the Norfolk Island community with a commitment to excellence in public service;
• Experience in educating and informing the Norfolk Island community of the role of the Administrator
• Demonstrated excellence in effective governance and management that underpins transparent and accountable engagement with the Norfolk Island community;
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills including the ability to collaborate in a high-pressure environment and build and maintain productive working partnerships and negotiate respectfully and effectively with a broad range of stakeholders;
• Excellent written communication skills, including attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality briefs and papers; and
• Demonstrated strong collaborative and team focused attitude, with a proven ability to contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive team culture that celebrates and acknowledges team and community achievements.

RecruitAbility minimum requirements

Minimum requirements for this role include:

• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, specifically with the Norfolk Island community
• Exceptional understanding and passion for the Norfolk Island community with a commitment to excellence in public service

RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment.

Job applicants with disability who met the requirements are advanced to the next stage of the selection process:

• Opt into the scheme
• Declare they have a disability, and
• Meet the minimum requirements of a vacancy advertised in the scheme

More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission

What else can we offer?

We are dedicated to fostering personal and professional development, empowering individuals to set goals, acquire new skills, and cultivate unique qualities that define who they are. We believe that this not only leads to a more fulfilling and happier life but also enhances the overall quality of our work. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Access to our study Assistance Program that provides paid leave and financial support for you to undertake courses of study that contribute to the improvements of your professional skills and knowledge relevant to our work and broader Australian Public Service.
• Through our investment in learning and development opportunities, and a positive performance culture, we provide diverse career pathways for our people to enable their mobility and adapt in a rapidly changing world.
• Improve your leadership skills, through the department's Professional Coaching Scheme and tailored leadership opportunities for staff members.
• Flexible working opportunities, including part time hours, home based work and job sharing.
• We offer generous leave entitlements of 20 days personal circumstances leave per year, with one month's accrual of leave credited on commencement and 150 hours of paid annual leave (based on a full-time employee), plus a range of other miscellaneous leave options to support you.

Join our department and embark on a journey of growth, fulfillment, and well-being. Experience personal and professional development, prioritise your health, and be part of a vibrant and positive culture that empowers individuals and drives exceptional performance

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

• Citizenship: candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application.
• Health Assessment: The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department's preferred medical provider.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline Clearance Level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.
• Police check: The successful candidate must satisfactory complete an Australian Federal Police criminal history check.
• Integrity and Performance check: The successful candidate must satisfy the requirements in an Integrity and Performance check which is completed by your most recent employer.

Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Applications open: 2 October 2025

Applications close: 9 October 2025

Application shortlisting: 27 October 2025

Further assessments: 29 October 2025

Selection report finalised: 29 October 2025

Offers and announcements: 31 October 2025

The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job and the Work level standards. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEDT, Thursday 9 October 2025.

In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide in a PDF document a statement of no more than two pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role.

You should also provide a tailored CV in PDF, no more than two pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the 'Who are we looking for' section.

Your application should be received through the department's online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on or via email at to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information, please email