Classification: Executive Level 1.4
Position No: E259
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 09 June 2026
Contact Officer: Hugh Maclachlan on [email protected] or (02) 6205 5588
Details: The Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate (CMTEDD) is seeking to fill on a long-term basis the position of Executive Branch Manager for the ACT Insurance Authority (ACTIA).
The ACT Insurance Authority is a Statutory Authority, providing insurance, claims and risk management services for the ACT Government. The Authority works to protect the assets and services of the Territory by providing risk management and insurance services to a large and diverse group of ACT Government client agencies and entities.
The Authority also administers the Office of the Nominal Defendant of the ACT, for default claims under the ACT Motor Accident Injury Scheme and the Default Insurance Fund, for default claims under the ACT Private Workers’ Compensation Scheme.
The Executive Branch Manager is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership to support the team in delivering services under a captive self-insurance model, risk management support and education, and internal financial services.
The Executive Branch Manager reports to the Executive Group Manager, Strategic Policy and Finance and works collaboratively and maintains productive relationships with other Executives within CMTEDD and across all ACT Government agencies and directorates.
The successful candidate will require strong strategic leadership capabilities and a proven record of achievement within a customer focused environment. Demonstrated sound judgement, exceptional interpersonal and communication capabilities, with the capacity to work calmly in a complex and dynamic environment will be essential.
The ACT Public Service supports a diverse and inclusive workforce with a focus on gender diversity as well as encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+.
Eligibility/Other Requirements: Appropriate tertiary qualifications, or applicants with related insurance and risk management experience is highly desirable.
Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $289,335 - $298,258 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $254,964.
Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.
How to apply: Interested candidates are requested to submit a two-page application addressing the ACT Public Service Executive Capabilities, outlining relevant skills and experience, as well as a current curriculum vitae and the name and contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
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