Respect & Recognition Administration Support

BUSY Ability; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 additional paid annual leave days

Clear pathways for internal promotion

Dedicated training budget for growth

BUSY Benefits program including Paren­

Employee Assistance Program with Well-

Supportive team environment

Job summary

The BUSY Group’s Joint Transition Authority (JTA) is recruiting an Administration Support role in Canberra to assist with Respect and Recognition initiatives for ADF members. This permanent full-time position focuses on high-level admin tasks, data integrity, and stakeholder inquiries within a defence context.

You will work on artefact creation, eligibility checks, and cross-team coordination in a mission-driven environment, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in administration
• Baseline Security Clearance or ability to be approved for Baseline Security clearance
• National Police Check

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to keep JTA operations running seamlessly.
• Provide administrative support for the creation and delivery of tri-service Respect and Recognition artefacts.
• Review eligibility of transitioning members for recognition artefacts.
• Perform accurate data entry and conduct quality assurance in Defence ICT systems related to transition processes.
• Respond to enquiries within the Operations Support and Respect and Recognition mailboxes, actioning requests and resolving queries under limited direction.
• Work directly within JTA offices, contributing to initiatives that honour the service of ADF members.

Skills

Administration

Baseline Security Clearance

National Police Check

Job description

Respect & Recognition Administration Support

Posted: 23/10/2026

Closing Date: 22/11/2026

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Job Category: Australian Defence Force - Joint Transition Authority

Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities.

About The BUSY Group ...

The BUSY Group is a not-for-profit organisation with nearly 50 years experience as a community partner. With multiple business entities operating across 100+ locations Australia-wide and now in New Zealand, Canada and the United Kingdom, we offer an extensive range of employment services and programs, vocational training, apprenticeships, mentoring, Inclusive Employment Australia, specialist schools and allied health services.

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Australian Defence Force (ADF) members and their families? The Joint Transition Authority (JTA), in partnership with BUSY, is seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to play a vital role in ensuring smooth and respectful transitions from military to civilian life.

This is a Peramanentfull-time, in-office position based in Canberra, where you'll be at the heart of JTA operations, working alongside a passionate team committed to recognition and support for Defence members.

What You'll Do

• Provide high-level administrative support to keep JTA operations running seamlessly.
• Provide administrative support for the creation and delivery of tri-service Respect and Recognition artefacts.
• Review eligibility of transitioning members for recognition artefacts.
• Perform accurate data entry and conduct quality assurance in Defence ICT systems related to transition processes.
• Respond to enquiries within the Operations Support and Respect and Recognition mailboxes, actioning requests and resolving queries under limited direction.
• Work directly within JTA offices, contributing to initiatives that honor the service of ADF members.

Every day, you'll be helping Defence members take their next steps with dignity and confidence. Your organisational skills and attention to detail will ensure they receive the respect and recognition they deserve during this important stage of their journey.

• 4additionalpaid annual leave days - 1 My BUSY Day and 3 days at Christmas
• Clear pathways for internal advancement
• Dedicated training budget for personal and professional growth
• BUSY Benefits program-Paid parental Leave, retaildiscountsand access to Fitness Passport
• Enjoy work that genuinelyimpactslives
• Employee Assistance Program with Sonder Wellbeing App

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

• Minimum 5 years' experience in administration
• Baseline Security Clearance or ability to be approved for Baseline Security clearance
• National Police Check

Next steps...

This role is available for immediate start pending positive clearance checks

The BUSY Group is an organisation that prioritises the safeguarding of children and all vulnerable people by actively adopting strategies that embed a culture of zero tolerance for abuse of any kind. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including criminal history and relevant working with children checks.

The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations People,veterans, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.