Locations: Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
Work Type: Full Time
About the opportunity
The Senior Officer is a key member of the Industry Engagement team within the Education and Industry Engagement branch (EIE) of AUSTRAC. This role will provide support across all key functions of the team, with a primary focus on supporting, under general direction, the delivery of our industry engagement initiatives.
The EIE branch brings together teams from education and outreach, communications and industry engagement. The Industry Engagement team has been created as an agency priority to engage with industry associations and other stakeholders, internally and externally, to coordinate and drive effective and impactful implementation of the recently amended Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (AML/CTF Act) which simplifies and modernises Australia’s AML/CTF regime and expands it to a range of new sectors.
Due to the expansion of the tasks of the Team, AUSTRAC is seeking to fill this role in the Industry Engagement team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to be at the forefront of the AML/CTF reforms, understand industry specific concerns and to play a critical role in shaping how we engage with key stakeholders to ensure Australia has a highly effective and engaged regulated population.
What are we looking for
While we are looking for these capabilities, we consider transferrable skills and encourage applicants who embody AUSTRAC's culture and values to apply.
- People Focus - Works collaboratively with team members and with a range of internal and external clients and expresses own views in a constructive and diplomatic way.
- Plan and Organise - Coordinates own and team activities to ensure work deadlines and targets are met and develops and implements systems and procedures to guide work and track progress.
- Write and Report - Prepares a range of correspondence in a form that is easily understood and tailors written communication to audience and circumstances and ensures common understanding of issues.
- Relate and Network - Takes the initiative in building rapport and maintaining relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders and pursues professional networks and liaises effectively across a range of relevant internal and external networks.
Key Duties
The Senior Officer, under general supervision, is responsible for:
- Supporting engagement with industry and other stakeholders to ensure the proposed AML/CTF reforms are implemented in a smooth, effective and cooperative manner.
- Support the delivery of a whole of agency approach to industry engagement and stakeholder management.
- Undertake research and analysis to support outcomes as required. Identify areas of data and information sources.
- Work collaboratively to develop reports and advice and assist in the delivery and co-ordination of industry engagement initiatives such as industry forums, workgroups and engagements for industry sectors utilising the co-design framework.
- Develop and maintain key stakeholders to deliver and support engagement and consultation requirements, including in relation to AML/CTF Rules, guidance, education, communications, technology and ML/TF risks.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this role you:
- Must be an Australian citizen at the time you apply.
- Will need to undertake AUSTRAC’s pre-engagement checks.
- Will need to obtain and maintain an ongoing Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance
Affirmative Measures
This vacancy is also being advertised under Affirmative Measures, to apply under Affirmative Measures you must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. For more information, please visit the APSC Guide for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
To be eligible to apply under Affirmative Measures provisions:
- Must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
- Provide evidence that you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
*Please indicate in your application if you are applying under Affirmative Measures, by ticking the relevant box in the application form.
Why AUSTRAC?
Flexible, hybrid work environment: We are committed to providing flexibility in working arrangements to recognise the importance of balancing work commitments with family, caring and other personal commitments of employees outside of work. AUSTRAC currently operates under a hybrid work arrangement.
Diversity and Inclusion: Our core values of diversity, inclusion, and integrity drive everything we do. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and those of mature age. We recognise that united behaviours and mindsets will support our agency today and guide us into the future.
Employer of Choice: We have a strong reputation as an Employer of Choice, renowned for our exceptional work culture and outstanding employee census results which highlight our dedication to creating a positive and engaging environment.
Closing Date
Applications close at 11:30 pm on 8 June 2025
For enquiries, please contact: Stephanie.DeSantis@austrac.gov.au