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Base pay range
A$103,723.00/yr - A$143,093.00/yr
The Role
We are seeking enthusiastic and proactive individuals to provide high level executive administrative support to our senior leaders.
As an Executive Officer within ASD, you will have a considerable level of stakeholder engagement and will liaise with stakeholders at all levels in relation to complex issues. You will be required to identify, anticipate and respond to stakeholders’ needs and expectations to achieve work unit and Australian Signals Directorate outcomes.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
ASD 6 Executive Officer
* Demonstrate a high-level of initiative, have the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, as well as collaboratively effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Understand the strategic objectives of the organisation; identify broader factors, trends and influences that may impact on achievement of work objectives; initiate, develop plans, strategies and team goals.
* Successfully develop and implement administrative procedures whilst leading a small team.
* Liaise with stakeholders and assist with the resolution of moderately complex to complex policy, project or operational issues, responding to their needs and expectations as required.
* Well-developed oral and written communication skills, including proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and prepare professional business documents.
* Work collaboratively, build and sustain effective relationships, motivate and provide constructive feedback to the team and work area.
* Proven ability to exercise good judgment and maintain high-level professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.
* Plan and manage the administrative, project and business support activities for the Executive office and other work areas, identify risks and determine appropriate course of action to meet stakeholder needs.
EL1 Executive Officer
* Managing allocated resources, setting work area priorities, managing workflows, developing strategies.
* Perform complex to very complex procedural, operational, administrative and business management activities that support the delivery of outcomes for the Executive office and for the Australian Signals Directorate more broadly.
* Translate and apply the administrative, operational, technical and resources requirements of an activity and manage the delivery of outcomes and reporting of that activity.
* Manage workflow and resources, prepare work area and team plans detailing measurable milestones and expected outcomes.
* Demonstrate and apply the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to provide advice and services for a range of complex to very complex activities.
* Work collaboratively, build and sustain effective relationships, motivate and provide constructive feedback to the team and work area.
* Select the most appropriate course of action to progress work to meet business objectives.
* Assess and evaluate administrative, business, corporate and policy initiatives, identify issues and implement appropriate procedures and work practices.
* Plan and manage the administrative, project and business support activities for the Executive office and other work areas, identify risks and determine appropriate course of action to meet stakeholder needs.
Further information can be found at: I’m changing my career | Australian Signals Directorate (asd.gov.au)
About our Team
We are seeking energetic, highly organised and task‑orientated Executive Officers to provide first‑rate executive support to a range of Senior Executive Officers across the agency during this exciting period of growth.
Within the Administration function an ASD 6, EL1 Executive Officer is accountable under minimal direction to perform and achieve complex administrative support work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to ensure they have knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision‑making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.
ASD offers flexible work practices, excellent training, mentoring and development opportunities as well as a competitive salary and benefits packages.
Our Ideal Candidate
As the ideal candidate, you will:
* Require in-depth knowledge of, or have the ability to attain this knowledge, to comply with legislative frameworks, government decision‑making and Australian Signals Directorate’s mission and policy requirements.
* Exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a leadership role.
* Have sound decision‑making and judgement to provide expert policy advice.
* Have in-depth knowledge of the administration function and be responsible for the development, implementation, compliance and review of policies and procedures relevant to their work in the Executive office.
* Manage detailed and sensitive projects that affect strategic, political or operational outcomes for the Australian Signals Directorate.
* Actively manage key stakeholder relationships and be required to identify relevant stakeholders’ expectations and concerns to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes.
ASD is seeking applicants to fill current and anticipated vacancies and to create a merit pool for future vacancies. In line with the Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Direction 2022, upon completion of the recruitment activity, the merit pool will be available to locations across Australia.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026
For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASD/09590/25 on www.asd.gov.au/careers.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
General Business, Other, and Administrative
Industries: Computer and Network Security
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