To obtain a copy of the Candidate Information Kit for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply Now' button to the left of this advertisement. The key duties of the position include About us The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion was established on 9 January 2026 by the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC. The Hon Virginia Bell AC has been appointed to lead the Royal Commission, with a final report to be delivered to Government by 14 December 2026. The Royal Commission will cover four key areas, as set out in the Letters Patent, including: Tackling antisemitism by investigating the nature and prevalence of antisemitism in institutions and society, and its key drivers in Australia, including ideologically and religiously motivated extremism and radicalisation. Making recommendations that will assist law enforcement, border control, immigration and security agencies to tackle antisemitism, including through improvements to guidance and training within law enforcement, border control, immigration, and security agencies to respond to antisemitic conduct. Examining the circumstances surrounding the antisemitic Bondi terrorist attack on 14 December 2025. Making any other recommendations arising out of the inquiry for strengthening social cohesion in Australia and countering the spread of ideologically and religiously motivated extremism in Australia. Our Opportunities To help support the work of the Royal Commission, we are currently seeking applications from individuals across a range of disciplines who are interested in employment opportunities which may arise for the duration of the Royal Commission. Positions will be available in the following disciplines: Media and Communications Legal Information Technology Finance Human Resources Administration Policy Data and Research To fill vacancies, the Royal Commission will use a range of employment methods to engage staff on temporary arrangements, including: non-ongoing APS employment (initial periods of up to 12 months) secondments from other APS and non-APS employers (for specified/agreed terms) labour hire contractors (for specified/agreed terms). Your application should indicate the areas of work you have expertise and experience in and your qualifications.
