Temporary employment register
The Temporary Employment Register is open to candidates to submit an expression of interest for non-ongoing employment as a Inquiry Secretary. The Register enables us to access appropriately skilled and experienced individuals at short notice.
Applications will remain active until 31 December 2024 at which time applicants will be removed from the register. If you are still available and wish to be considered for future employment opportunities, you are required to re-register your interest by submitting an updated application.
The role
The Inquiry Secretary is a senior officer in a small secretariat team headed by a Committee Secretary, providing research, advisory, report writing and administrative support to one or more parliamentary committees. The Inquiry Secretary manages the planning and conduct of committee inquiries and supports the Committee Secretary in providing advice to committee chairs and members regarding parliamentary practice and procedure, and in leading and developing junior secretariat staff. Inquiry Secretary roles may require occasional domestic travel to support the Committee.
The position of Inquiry Secretary is an equivalent level to an Assistant Director in Australian Public Service agencies. You will work directly with Members of Parliament and be responsible for liaising with a range of senior executive stakeholders.
The department is committed to leadership at all levels and there is an expectation that all staff are able to demonstrate leadership in their professional experience.
Security Assessment: Designated committees will require appropriate security clearances.
Contact information
We are committed to fostering a respectful and safe work environment. If you have any questions about the position or the work culture in the department, please contact Russell Chafer on 02 6277 4776 or ClerkAssistant.Committees.reps@aph.gov.au.
Applying
Applications must be submitted online. You will be required to upload your CV and a written response with a maximum 250 words, telling us how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications align with the selection criteria (refer to the Job Description) and makes you the best person for the job.
Please contact recruitment.reps@aph.gov.au or 02 6277 4745 if you require assistance with your application.
Learn more about the department
For further information about the department visit Department of the House of Representatives – Parliament of Australia (aph.gov.au)