Job Description
ASIS administrative employees work as part of a team, have excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgement and the ability to learn and apply their experience to a number of administrative tasks which support the work of the Service. Some of the duties may include:
Providing general administrative support and assistance;
Providing secretariat support to interagency forums;
Providing support and guidance on relevant policy and procedures;
Developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships;
Contributing to corporate planning and reporting processes;
Undertaking project management responsibilities; and
Developing and implementing relevant policies and process documentation.
In addition to our current vacancies, successful applicants through this process will be placed in a merit pool which may be utilised to fill future vacancies over the next 18 months.
These positions are Canberra based, with conditions of service similar to those in the Australian Public Service, including superannuation.
ASIS is a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are empowered through authenticity and a sense of belonging to achieve their potential and contribute to a shared purpose and mission. Diversity and inclusion ensures ASIS’s workforce reflects the community we serve, and demonstrates ASIS’s commitment to Australian values.
We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply.
ELIGIBILITY
The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under Section 8(1) of the ‘Racial Discrimination Act 1+75’. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Straight people.
Applicants applying under this Affirmative Measures round will need to provide evidence they meet the eligibility for this vacancy should they be found suitable prior to being made a formal offer of employment.
To be eligible to apply for this vacancy applicants must:
Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; and
Are accepted by their community as being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Evidence of confirmation of heritage include:
A letter signed and executed by the Chairperson of an incorporated Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation confirming that they are recognised as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; or
Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent form executed by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain the highest-level security clearance and Australian citizenship.
REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS
All requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered and managed in consultation with you. We will continue to ask you if you require reasonable adjustments at each stage of the process. If you are successful in gaining employment, reasonable adjustments can also be made available to you in performing your role.
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Australian Secret Intelligence Service
ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Our mission is to protect and promote Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by Government.
Overview
ASIS's primary goal is to obtain and distribute secret intelligence about the capabilities, intentions and activities of individuals or organisations outside Australia, which may impact on Australia's interests and the well-being of its citizens.
Street Scene
ASIS functions
Our functions, as set out in the Intelligence Services Act 2001
, are to:
• collect foreign intelligence, not available by other means, which may impact on Australia's interests;
•distribute that intelligence to the Government, including key policy departments and agencies;
•undertake counter-intelligence activities which protect Australia's interests and initiatives; and,
•engage other intelligence and security services overseas in Australia's national interests.
Mission and Values
The Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS) is Australia's overseas secret HUMINT (human intelligence) collection agency. Our mission is to protect and promote Australia's vital interests through the provision of unique foreign intelligence services as directed by the Australian Government.
Street Scene
ASIS has a distinctive culture and esprit de corps and we embrace the Australian Public Service (APS) Values
, together with a number of ASIS-specific values. In ASIS, we value diversity, embrace change and encourage new and innovative ideas. We have a strong sense of national pride and loyalty to the Service and to each other.
Our core values are:
Excellence in Service
•We strive for excellence in all that we do.
•We are responsive and dedicated to achieving results that make a difference to Australia and its people.
•We believe that the principles of security are fundamental to everything we do.
•We are proud of our achievements.
Innovation
•We embrace diversity and use it to champion new ideas.
•We are forward thinkers, optimistic about the future and undaunted by change.
•Whatever the problem or issue, we will find a solution.
•We believe in the application of intelligence and reason to improve the way we do our work.
Trust and Responsibility
•We are committed to building strong, long-lasting relationships with our customers, intelligence partners and liaisons.
•We rely on our colleagues and build trust by listening, following through and keeping our word.
•We preserve trust with our sources.
•We abide by Australian law and community standards and are accountable for our actions.
Courage, Unity and Loyalty
•We show moral and personal courage in dangerous and difficult situations.
•We work as a team and share purpose, risk, responsibility and success.
•We are loyal and committed to the Service and our mission.
•We honour and value our colleagues and treat one another as equals.
•We stand together as one in the service of our country.
ASIS also has a comprehensive Code of Conduct which reflects the provisions of the Australian Public Service Code of Conduct, while also extending to cover ASIS specific requirements.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Our mission is to protect and promote Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by Government.
Overview
ASIS's primary goal is to obtain and distribute secret intelligence about the capabilities, intentions and activities of individuals or organisations outside Australia, which may impact on Australia's interests and the well-being of its citizens.
Street Scene
ASIS functions
Our functions, as set out in the Intelligence Services Act 2001
, are to:
• collect foreign intelligence, not available by other means, which may impact on Australia's interests;
•distribute that intelligence to the Government, including key policy departments and agencies;
•undertake counter-intelligence activities which protect Australia's interests and initiatives; and,
•engage other intelligence and security services overseas in Australia's national interests.
Mission and Values
The Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS) is Australia's overseas secret HUMINT (human intelligence) collection agency. Our mission is to protect and promote Australia's vital interests through the provision of unique foreign intelligence services as directed by the Australian Government.
Street Scene
ASIS has a distinctive culture and esprit de corps and we embrace the Australian Public Service (APS) Values
, together with a number of ASIS-specific values. In ASIS, we value diversity, embrace change and encourage new and innovative ideas. We have a strong sense of national pride and loyalty to the Service and to each other.
Our core values are:
Excellence in Service
•We strive for excellence in all that we do.
•We are responsive and dedicated to achieving results that make a difference to Australia and its people.
•We believe that the principles of security are fundamental to everything we do.
•We are proud of our achievements.
Innovation
•We embrace diversity and use it to champion new ideas.
•We are forward thinkers, optimistic about the future and undaunted by change.
•Whatever the problem or issue, we will find a solution.
•We believe in the application of intelligence and reason to improve the way we do our work.
Trust and Responsibility
•We are committed to building strong, long-lasting relationships with our customers, intelligence partners and liaisons.
•We rely on our colleagues and build trust by listening, following through and keeping our word.
•We preserve trust with our sources.
•We abide by Australian law and community standards and are accountable for our actions.
Courage, Unity and Loyalty
•We show moral and personal courage in dangerous and difficult situations.
•We work as a team and share purpose, risk, responsibility and success.
•We are loyal and committed to the Service and our mission.
•We honour and value our colleagues and treat one another as equals.
•We stand together as one in the service of our country.
ASIS also has a comprehensive Code of Conduct which reflects the provisions of the Australian Public Service Code of Conduct, while also extending to cover ASIS specific requirements.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Administrative Officer | Affirmative Measures | First Nations Level 4 position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
