Defence And Veterans' Services Commissioner
1 day ago
Overview
The Australian Government invites applications from outstanding and suitably qualified leaders to be considered for appointment as the inaugural Defence and Veterans' Service Commissioner.
The Commission is a new, Non-corporate Commonwealth entity created in response to a key recommendation of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. The Commission's purpose is to provide independent oversight and evidence-based advice to government on system reforms to improve suicide prevention and wellbeing outcomes for serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members.
The Commission will commence on 29 September 2025.
The Commissioner will be the accountable authority of the Commission and will be expected to perform their functions independently of government. The Commissioner will provide agency leadership to oversee reform across the whole Defence ecosystem, including exercising the legislative powers and functions as set out in the legislation, and upholding the independence and integrity of the Commission at all times. The Commissioner will develop and maintain effective working relationships and strategic partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders in the Defence and veterans' ecosystem, including with people with lived experience of suicide and suicidality.
Responsibilities and expectations
• Lead and oversee reform across the Defence ecosystem as the accountable authority of the Commission.
• Exercise the legislative powers and functions as set out in the legislation, while upholding independence and integrity of the Commission.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders, including individuals with lived experience of suicide and suicidality.
• Provide independent, evidence-based advice to government on system reforms to improve suicide prevention and wellbeing outcomes for current and former Defence personnel.
Eligibility, selection, and tenure
Expressions of interest are invited from eligible and suitably qualified persons. The successful applicant will be appointed as Defence and Veterans' Service Commissioner on a full-time basis and for a period not exceeding five years.
A Candidate Information Pack containing further information about the Commission, the role of the Commissioner, remuneration, eligibility and selection criteria, and details on how to apply, is available on the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet website. Applicants are encouraged to view this information pack before submitting their application.
Application requirements
You are required to provide a statement of no more than 1,000 words outlining your background, skills and experience and how they relate to the requirements of the role. You will also need to submit a resume that outlines your career history, qualifications and achievements.
Contact for inquiries
For further questions after reviewing the CIP or if you need assistance with the application process, please contact Lionel Riley on or via Enquiries will be kept in strict confidence.
Note
Enquiries about this role and the Commission will be handled confidentially. This summary does not constitute an offer of employment.
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