Candidate ID: 6270

A highly experienced senior administrator with over 30 years’ experience in the Australian Public Service, including roles in both Commonwealth and state/territory government sectors. Skilled in policy development, program implementation, stakeholder engagement, and leading diverse teams, with deep expertise in Indigenous affairs and service delivery across district, regional, and national office environments.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Policy Development
• Program and Project Development
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Indigenous Affairs
• Communications
• Service Delivery

Relevant Experience

EL1 Adviser, Federal Government Agency
1 year
Supported reforms to the remote employment program through data analysis, stakeholder coordination, Indigenous cultural input, geospatial planning, and procurement oversight.

Manager (EL2), Federal Government Communications Agency
2 years
Managed the National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Public Internet Access, negotiated program extensions, developed Indigenous-focused telecommunications policy, and supervised staff.

Assistant Director, Federal Government Environment and Heritage Agency
1 year
Led day-to-day management of the engagement section by supervising staff, overseeing ministerials, providing cultural guidance, and managing procurement for engagement activities.

Assistant Director, Federal Government Social Services Agency
1 year
Supported implementation of a $35 million community-led initiative by managing delivery in Queensland communities, responding to ministerials, and facilitating engagement.

Assistant Director, Federal Government Electoral Agency
1 year
Nationally led implementation of the Indigenous Electoral Participation Program by mentoring staff, supporting state managers with data analysis, and managing partnerships and budgets.

Location and Availability

Location: Canberra, ACT

Preferred work location: ACT – would consider other locations apart from major metropolitan areas / cities

Workplace flexibility: Flexible

Ability to travel: Yes

Availability/notice period: 2 Weeks

Desired Salary or Salary Expectations: $138,109 per annum + salary sacrifice if available.