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Opportunity Type
Full-Time
Opportunity Status
Ongoing;Non-Ongoing
Opportunity Employment Type
Specified Term
Opportunity Employment Type Details
Specified Term - Initial period of up to 12 Months with an opportunity to extend (applicable only to a non-ongoing offer)
Learn how a merit list or pool may be used
Learn how a merit list or pool may be used
Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy, may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months.
This merit list or pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Barton
For more information about Merit Lists or Merit Pools please go to APSC's website - The APS Merit Principle
The ANAO is seeking a highly capable and experienced Executive Officer to provide strategic operational, administrative, and stakeholder engagement support to the Office of the Auditor-General (The Office). This is a critical role, responsible for ensuring the efficient coordination of the Auditor-General's priorities and delivering high-level support to the Deputy Auditor-General and other senior executives.
The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding organisational and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to proactively manage the operations of a dynamic, fast-paced executive office. Work may be required outside normal work hours to meet peak work demands.
The key duties of the position include:
As the Executive Officer, you will be a trusted advisor and liaison, working across ANAO and with key external partners, including senior government officials and parliamentary stakeholders.
The key duties of the position include:
• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the Office of the Auditor-General, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide executive support to the Auditor-General, Deputy Auditor-General, and other senior leaders, including briefing coordination, correspondence, and diary management.
• Lead high-level stakeholder engagement, maintaining strong relationships across the SES, government agencies, and parliamentary bodies.
• Anticipate and respond to emerging issues, supporting the timely delivery of executive priorities.
• Exercise discretion and sound judgment in managing confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ensure high standards of communication, professionalism, and service delivery within the Office.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a highly skilled professional to join our team as an Executive Officer, providing critical support to senior executives within a complex and fast-paced environment. This role demands exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong organisational and time management capabilities, and the ability to operate discretely with tact and diplomacy. The successful candidate will thrive under pressure, manage competing priorities with confidence, and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality. Flexibility and a commitment to excellence are essential, particularly during periods of increased demand or extended working hours.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
• Proven experience supporting senior executives in a complex government or corporate environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships at the most senior levels.
• Highly developed organisational and time management abilities, including the capacity to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated discretion, tact, and diplomacy in handling sensitive information.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours during periods of high demand.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to play a pivotal role in supporting the agency's leadership at the highest level.
There are no mandatory qualifications for this role, however, the following experience is highly desirable:
• Experience supporting senior executives or ministers within the APS or government sector.
• Familiarity with Cabinet processes, parliamentary engagement, or intergovernmental relations.
Citizenship – To be eligible for employment with the ANAO, applicants must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance – The Australian community requires the highest level of integrity from ANAO employees. The preferred applicant must have at minimum, a baseline security clearance and is required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting 1 level. For more information about the AGSVA security clearance process, please refer to theAGSVA website.
Notes
Assessment process / Reasonable adjustment
As part of the assessment process, you may be asked to participate in one or more of the following assessment activities:
• Interview (in-person or virtual)
• Written assessment
If you believe you may require reasonable adjustments to participate in the assessment process, please ensure this is indicated on your application. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the adjustments prior to the assessment process.
Applicants are required to submit a current CV/resume and a statement of claims (500 words maximum) outlining why you are interested in this position and why you believe that you have the skills, capabilities, knowledge and experience to be considered for this role. Please provide examples which demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of the position.
We strongly recommend that you use a personal email address rather than your work email address to ensure you don't miss updates and invitations to participate in the assessment process. Please also regularly check your junk or spam folders.
We look forward to receiving your application and exploring how your skills and experience can contribute to our agency.
Applications close 11:30pm (AEDT) on Wednesday, 2nd July 2025.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency.
Getting to know the Australian National Audit Office
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) is a specialist public sector entity that provides a full range of audit services to the Australian Parliament, the Australian Government and public sector entities. The 'Auditor-General Act 1997' provides the legislative framework for the role of the Auditor-General and the ANAO.The purpose of the ANAO is to drive accountability and transparency in the Australian Government sector through quality evidence based audit services and independent reporting to Parliament, the Executive and the public, with the result of improving public sector performance.The Executive is accountable to Parliament for its use of public resources and the administration of legislation passed by the Parliament. The Auditor-General scrutinises and provides independent assurance as to whether the Executive is operating and accounting for its performance in accordance with Parliament's purpose.
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