Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Climate Change Authority include:

• We offer temporary roles across a wide range of functions including:
• policy analysis, development, and implementation
• executive/Secretariat support
• Citizenship: to be eligible for employment with the Authority you must be an Australian citizen.
• Pre-employment checks: your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, identity checks and referee checks.
• We are committed to fostering a flexible, inclusive and respectful workplace that reflects the diversity of the Australian community. We welcome applications from:
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
• People with disability
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Mature age candidates.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

• Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
• Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
• Flexible working arrangements, including work from home, are available subject to operational requirements
• If a position becomes available that suits your skill set, experience, knowledge, and qualifications, the Authority may contact you to discuss your interest in that position.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Flexible. Details: Flexible working arrangements, including work from home, are available subject to operational requirements.

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.