El1 Executive Officer

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• $123,799 - $140,935 + 15.4% superannuation
• Ongoing and Non-ongoing

About the opportunity

The Executive Officer leads the strategic management of the Deputy CEO’s office, exercising a high degree of autonomy and judgment in overseeing complex cross-agency initiatives, coordinating strategic priorities, and influencing decision-making across AUSTRAC and portfolio partners.

As the Executive Officer, you will lead and support the office of the Deputy CEO in the management and coordination of executive and ministerial correspondence, briefing notes, submissions and reports on complex policy issues, business priorities and other issues.

You will demonstrate resilience, flexibility and composure in the face of shifting priorities as well as exercise sound judgement, pragmatism, discretion and use creativity to develop solutions that meet multiple interests. All responsibilities and duties will be undertaken with consideration to how they may affect and/or relate to other divisions, the agency, and portfolio.

A merit pool will be created to fill multiple positions available across the agency.

What are we looking for

While we are looking for these capabilities, we consider transferrable skills and encourage applicants who embody AUSTRAC's culture and values to apply.

• Policy - Leads the development and evaluation of complex policy advice for executive and ministerial consideration and manages the implications of evolving environmental, legislative and political contexts.
• Communicates Effectively – Demonstrates consistent, clear and meaningful communication across the agency and represents AUSTRAC in a professional manner.
• Persuade and Influence - Demonstrates a sound understanding of negotiation position and a clear grasp of key issues, likely arguments and areas for compromise.
Environmental Scanning - Actively maintains awareness of events within and external to AUSTRAC, effectively identifying those that may have an impact and understands the internal and external factors influencing AUSTRAC and aligns organisational operations accordingly.

Key Duties

The duties of the Executive Officer are:

• Lead the strategic planning and coordination of initiatives across the Deputy CEO’s portfolio, ensuring alignment with AUSTRAC’s enterprise priorities and the broader national security context.
• Represent the Deputy CEO in high-level internal and external forums, including cross-agency working groups, interdepartmental committees, and ministerial engagements.
• Provide authoritative advice and briefings to senior executives and ministers on complex, sensitive or high-risk issues, with accountability for shaping outcomes.
• Exercise delegation and decision-making authority on behalf of the Deputy CEO, including oversight of divisional governance, budget allocations, workforce planning and risk mitigation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead reform projects within the Deputy CEO’s Office to enhance the agency’s agility, coordination and strategic delivery.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this role you:

• Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
• Will need to undertake AUSTRAC’s pre-engagement checks.
• Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Negative Vetting 1 Clearance

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is also being advertised under Affirmative Measures, to apply under Affirmative Measures you must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. For more information, please visit the APSC Guide for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

To be eligible to apply under Affirmative Measures provisions:

• Must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
• Provide evidence that you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

• Please indicate in your application if you are applying under Affirmative Measures, by ticking the relevant box in the application form.

Why AUSTRAC?
Flexible, hybrid work environment: We are committed to providing flexibility in working arrangements to recognise the importance of balancing work commitments with family, caring and other personal commitments of employees outside of work. AUSTRAC currently operates under a hybrid work arrangement.

Diversity and Inclusion: Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.

Employer of Choice: We have a strong reputation as an Employer of Choice, renowned for our exceptional work culture and outstanding employee census results which highlight our dedication to creating a positive and engaging environment.

Closing Date
Applications close at 11:30 pm on 13 July 2025
For enquiries, please contact: Su-Ann.Chan@austrac.gov.au