Defence Strategy Program Coordinator We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven individual to join our Defence Strategy Program team. Be part of a dynamic and engaging organisational culture. Collaborate with a team committed to delivering exceptional outcomes in defence and security. About ASPI ASPI was established by the Australian Government in 2001 to provide independent advice on Defence and strategic issues. ASPI's Charter, which guides all our work, explains the government's aims in establishing ASPI as: Improving the quality of policy advice received by government by providing contestability. Nourishing public debate and understanding of Defence and strategic affairs. Developing professional strategic policy expertise in Australia. ASPI maintains a unique position as an independent institute, located in the heart of Canberra, jointly serving the national interest alongside government by providing contestability in a constructive and policy-focused manner. ASPI experts bring extensive experience across whole-of-government, Defence, and academic domains, spanning our key research program areas:Cyber, Technology and Security;National Security; and, Defence Strategy. The key duties of the position include About the Role ASPI's Defence Strategy Program analyses how Australia defends its national interests in an era of intensifying strategic competition. Our research focuses on three areas: understanding Australia's security environment and regional partnerships; developing military strategy, deterrence concepts, and future force design; and strengthening the defence industrial base, supply chains, and economic resilience. Together, these efforts provide government, industry, and the public with evidence-based insights to enhance Australia's defence. The successful applicant will be joining a dedicated, collaborative team of professionals and subject matter experts. This fast-paced, varied, and demanding role is suited to an individual who is highly organised, proactive, collaborative, and communicates professionally. Duty Statement The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their ability to: Provide administrative support, program coordination, project management, or research assistance, preferably in a government policy, research, or academic environment. Engage with diverse stakeholders across government and industry backed up by excellent written and verbal communication skills. Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and small conferences in Canberra and across Australia, and remotely, to ensure execution of events communications are achieved. Work independently, prioritise and balance complex tasks, solve problems, and adapt to change under pressure. Support the development of policy briefs, reports, and research documents through publication management. Engage with donors and sponsors and support grant opportunities and delivery. Support the Director and Deputy Director, including calendar management and coordination of domestic and international travel, and the tracking of deliverables and milestones related to the program's business plan.