Ministerial Liaison Officer | Full-time Temporary

Closes: 10 September 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 5
Salary: $95,722 - $100,956 plus superannuation
Position No: 71165
Directorate: Infrastructure Canberra
Advertised (Gazettal date): 27 August 2026
Contact Officer: Lauren Cunningham on Lauren.Cunningham@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 5996

Details: Do you like a challenge and want to be a key part of a high performing team who work to support the delivery of Territory-shaping projects? Then this opportunity is for you!

The Ministerial Liaison Officer reports to the Assistant Director, Ministerial and Assembly Business within the Chief Operating Office. Working with a high level of autonomy as part of a small, fast-paced team, this position will prepare and coordinate matters relating to Ministerial and Government Business for Infrastructure Canberra.

This position will have significant contact with officers of all levels, both internal and external to the directorate, requiring a high degree of sensitivity as well as a highly responsive approach in responding to tight deadlines.

If you are a person who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys working collaboratively with your colleagues, we look forward to hearing from you!

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Highly Desirable;

• A good working knowledge of Objective

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for up to 12 months.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Please submit a Curriculum Vitae, a maximum two-page pitch outlining your suitability against the requirements of the role as outlined in the Position Description and details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

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 up to 12 months.