Agency Purpose
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is an independent statutory authority established by the Australian Government to maintain an impartial and independent electoral system for eligible voters through active electoral roll management, efficient delivery of polling services, and targeted education and public awareness programs.
The AEC’s values and commitments
The AEC values and commitments are an essential component of our operating environment and frame how AEC staff work. The AEC's focus is on electoral integrity through the values of quality, agility and professionalism.
About the Team
The Roll Operations and Silent Cell section is responsible for managing the operations of the Australian Electoral Roll through the development, implementation and evaluation of enrolment policies and procedures, as well as the centralised processing of silent elector enrolments.
The team oversees day-to-day enrolment matters, including maintaining procedural guidance and reference materials, and supporting capability development across state and divisional offices. The section delivers key electoral projects, including close of rolls activities for federal, state and local government elections, and the redistribution of electoral boundaries across all levels of government. The team works closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver outcomes that support the integrity, effectiveness and continuous improvement of Australia's electoral system.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join the AEC and contribute to work that has a direct impact on Australia's democratic processes.
As a Project Officer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality outcomes by supporting the management of the electoral roll and contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of enrolment procedures.
Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team, you will contribute to the enrolment program through the delivery of key projects, business improvement activities, provision of support to staff who process enrolment and improvement of enrolment doctrine. You will build strong relationships across the organisation and with key stakeholders.
This role provides the opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a dynamic environment where your work will contribute to nationally significant outcomes. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and have access to professional development opportunities that will help you grow your career within the APS.
To excel you’ll have:
We are seeking a motivated and capable professional who can demonstrate the skills, knowledge and experience required to perform successfully in this role, including:
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing procedures that support legislative or policy requirements.
- Proven capacity to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to produce accurate work, applying strong attention to detail and quality assurance practices.
- Experience in planning and prioritising work to achieve results within agreed timeframes.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively across a geographically dispersed network, while anticipating stakeholder needs and expectations.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, contribute to innovation and support the implementation of change.
- Proven capacity to maintain professionalism, sound judgement and integrity while working within legislative and regulatory frameworks.
Desirable
- Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly gain knowledge of, relevant legislation, policies and operational practices.
Eligibility
- AEC employees must be Australian citizens.
- Any person who is, and seen to be active in political affairs, and intends to publicly carry on this activity, may compromise the strict neutrality of the AEC and cannot be considered.
- Applicants are required to consent to, undergo, obtain and maintain a character clearance.
- Applicants are required to consent to, undergo, obtain and maintain the security clearance required for this role.
