Directorate Liaison Officer | Full-time Temporary

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month temporary position

Hybrid working opportunities (limited)

Job summary

The ACT Government is seeking Directorate Liaison Officers to join the Ministerial Services Unit in Canberra. This is a temporary 12-month role that supports ministerial coordination and government decision-making through timely, accurate information and high-quality briefings.

You will work at the heart of ministers’ offices, coordinating requests, advising on processes, and building productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in ministerial, parliamentary, executive coordination or Directorate Liaison Officer environment is highly desirable.
• Experience using Content Manager (TRIM) or a similar records management system is desirable.
• To be eligible for employment within the ACT Public Service, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work visa.
• Current Baseline Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain one.
• Successful applicants will commence in the role before the end of the current calendar year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ministerial correspondence and briefings, Cabinet and Assembly business, whole-of-government requests and other priority matters.
• Act as a liaison point between Ministers' Offices and the Directorate, ensuring delivery of accurate, responsive information.
• Provide advice on government processes and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Time management

Tools

TRIM records management

Job description

Details: The Governance and Business Improvement Branch has an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals to join the Ministerial Services Unit (MSU) as Directorate Liaison Officers (DLOs).

MSU is a fast-paced and highly connected team that sits at the centre of the Directorate's engagement with Ministers' Offices, Cabinet Office, the Legislative Assembly and senior executives. The team coordinates ministerial correspondence and briefings, Cabinet and Assembly business, whole-of-government requests and other priority matters that support government decision-making.

As a DLO, you will act as a key liaison point between Ministers' Offices and the Directorate, coordinating high-profile and time-sensitive requests while providing advice on government processes and ensuring the delivery of accurate, responsive and high-quality information. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

The successful applicant will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. Experience in ministerial, parliamentary, executive coordination or similar government environments will be highly regarded. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to government decision-making processes and contribute to the delivery of government priorities.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

• Experience working in a ministerial, parliamentary, executive coordination or Directorate Liaison Officer environment is highly desirable.
• Experience using Content Manager (TRIM) or a similar records management system is desirable.
• To be eligible for employment within the ACT Public Service, applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid work visa.
• Current Baseline Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain one.
• Successful applicants will be expected to commence in the role before the end of the current calendar year.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for 12 months.

An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future vacancies for DLO roles over the next 12 months.

The role will be based in a Ministerial Office at the Legislative Assembly and will have limited opportunities for hybrid/flexible working.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .

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Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for 12 months.