The Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) manages the human services responsibilities of the ACT Government. People who are assisted through the Directorate’s policies, services and programs include: People with disabilities and children and young people with developmental delays; Families, children and young people, including those who are at risk of neglect or abuse; Culturally and linguistically diverse groups, migrants and refugees; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; People in need of housing support and assistance, those at risk of, or who are experiencing homelessness; People experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence; LGBTIQA communities; Women, older people; and Community groups and organisations. The Deputy Director General, Community Services Office is looking for an Executive Officer with experience in social policy, strong government business and writing skills, excellent critical thinking and the ability to work flexibly and autonomously in a small team. The Executive Officer is a critical first point of contact for the office by other executives, ministerial offices and the community sector. In the role you will: Support the Deputy Director General to deliver on government priorities Represent the Deputy Director General and communicate on their behalf Inform and advise the Deputy Director General on key decision-making Prioritise the Deputy Director General’s workload Facilitate collaboration across teams, branches and divisions Supervise the Deputy Director General’s Executive Assistant HCSD is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Notes: There are two Temporary Full-Time Positions available: One is a temporary position available immediately for a period of 12 months with the possibility of permanency. The other is from 15 October 2025 until 28 November 2025 with the possibility of extension up to five months. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee report only. How to apply: Please submit no more than a two-page written response addressing why you are best suited for this position and your experience against the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities and Compliance Requirements/Qualifications outlined in the Position Description, along with a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Health and Community Services Health and Community Services Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under ACT Health Directorate and Community Services Directorate. LI-DNI Note There are two Temporary Full-Time Positions available: one is a temporary position available immediately for a period of 12 months with the possibility of permanency; the other is from 15 October 2025 until 28 November 2025 with the possibility of extension up to five months.
