Starting salary from $95K; package up to $124K
As part of the 2026 Census of Population and Housing, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to recruit a Homelessness Enumeration Manager.
This is a temporary position (from August 2025 to October 2026) at the APS 6 classification level.
About the role
As the NT Homelessness Enumeration Manager you will play a vital role in ensuring that people experiencing homelessness can participate in the Census. Through your efforts, you will contribute to the collection of accurate data that informs policies and services designed to support people experiencing homelessness. In this role, you will implement national procedures and activities such as:
* developing a homelessness engagement plan
* leading engagement and collaboration with the homelessness sector
* recruiting and training field staff
* overseeing the planning, management and monitoring of homelessness enumeration
* coordinating efforts with other Census teams.
About the Census
The Census of Population and Housing (Census) is run every five years and is one of the largest and important collections to count the number of people and houses in Australia. The Census collects information about where we live, age, our culture, religion, income, education, living and housing arrangements. The information is used to make important decisions, such as government funding, input into policy-making and electoral boundaries. The Census team is committed to producing high quality estimates about people experiencing homelessness. The next Census will be held in August 2026.
About the business area
The Inclusive Strategies and Engagement Section within Census designs a range of approaches for specific population groups who face barriers and challenges to participating in the Census. This is to ensure that everyone who is in Australia on Census night is counted.We are responsible for the initiatives, supports and specialist temporary field staff that will engage with relevant communities and service providers to ensure that these groups participate in the Census.We have an important role in ensuring the Australian community has a positive and inclusive experience.
The Homelessness Enumeration Strategy is one of the Inclusive Strategies teams. We work with other Census teams to ensure:
* inclusive and supportive user experience for people experiencing homelessness
* smooth-running enumeration activities and operations management in all parts of Australia
* strong engagement and partnerships with the homelessness sector, government agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.
What we are looking for (selection criteria)
The successful candidates will possess all, or most of the following:
* strong stakeholder engagement skills (including ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes)
* strong project and team management experience
* strong oral and written communication skills
* ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment.
Also highly desired: experience working with or a good understanding of issues faced by people experiencing homelessness. Other relevant expertise may also include community services, social work, housing, youth and family services, or community engagement.
How to apply
To apply, you will need to complete an online application form, provide details of your referee, attach your resume and respond to the following:
In no more than 500 words, please provide a statement of how you would apply your existing experience and skills to the role of Homelessness Enumeration Manager for the 2026 Census of Population and Housing.
You must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
Applications close 11.30 pm (AEST), Wednesday 2nd July 2025.
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The ABS is Australia’s national statistical agency, providing trusted official statistics on a wide range of economic, social, population and environmental matters of importance to Australia.
The ABS also has an important leadership role, coordinating statistical activities and collaborating with official bodies in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistics. This assists in maximising the value of government investment on these activities, and ensures outputs are fit-for-purpose.
The ABS statistical programs are supported by service areas which deliver assistance and advice on statistical methods, data and metadata management, information technology, client management, dissemination, human resources and other corporate services. The ABS also has an important coordination function with respect to the statistical activities of other official bodies, both in Australia and overseas.
The ABS is Australia’s national statistical agency, providing trusted official statistics on a wide range of economic, social, population and environmental matters of importance to Australia.
The ABS also has an important leadership role, coordinating statistical activities and collaborating with official bodies in the collection, compilation, analysis and distribution of statistics. This assists in maximising the value of government investment on these activities, and ensures outputs are fit-for-purpose.
The ABS statistical programs are supported by service areas which deliver assistance and advice on statistical methods, data and metadata management, information technology, client management, dissemination, human resources and other corporate services. The ABS also has an important coordination function with respect to the statistical activities of other official bodies, both in Australia and overseas.
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