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AEE1 Executive Officers to First Assistant Director-General
Job type: Business & Corporate Services
Location: Canberra
Category: Ongoing - Permanent
Job reference: 05620252026
$141,066 - $157,637
22-Jun-2026
The Organisation
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians who do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. To be successful, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient. We seek to reflect the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
The Opportunity
The Executive Officer will provide critical administrative support to senior executives. You will work closely with senior executives and staff across the Organisation, engaging with all levels and areas within ASIO, government, business and industry partners to keep senior leaders focused on protecting Australia's national security.
Responsibilities
* Lead the development and coordination of senior‐level briefings and advice, supporting senior executives to engage effectively across ASIO and with external partners.
* Under broad direction, prepare agendas and meeting material, record meeting minutes, outcomes and decisions for internal and external meetings as well as committees and forums.
* Coordinate, delegate and ensure that administrative support is completed in a timely manner for the senior executive.
* Provide comprehensive planning and executive support, preparing reports and coordinating executive attendance to meetings.
* Act as the primary liaison for internal senior leaders and key external stakeholders, also managing expectations and the flow of information.
* Assist junior executive assistants and team members in fostering collaborative stakeholder relationships and building a supportive culture throughout the executive network.
* Safeguard sensitive information in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
* Undertake other administrative tasks and ad‐hoc activities for the executive as required.
What You Will Bring
* Highly organised, motivated, responsive and resilient, with sound administrative skills.
* Sound knowledge of ASIO's role and functions, and a broader awareness of its place in the national security community.
* Depth and breadth of experience across the Organisation, including a strong understanding of ASIO's intelligence and enterprise priorities.
* Demonstrated capability to anticipate requirements and deliver high‐quality outcomes in a challenging, changing and fast‐paced environment.
* Ability to represent ASIO by engaging with a wide range of individuals and groups.
* Ability to make sound independent judgements and exercise discretion.
* Willingness to travel as required.
What We Offer You
* A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET‐Privileged Access security clearance.
* Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 %.
* A variety of leave options in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave, including stand‐down between Christmas and New Year.
* Flexible working arrangements (note: work‐from‐home options are not available due to the unique working environment).
* Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
* Access to 7 staff‐led diversity and inclusion networks.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Eligibility
* An Australian citizen.
* Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET‐Privileged Access (TS‐PA) security clearance.
Reasonable Adjustments
Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace. This may include reasonable adjustments to assessment methodologies to enable full participation.
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