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Ongoing & Non-ongoing (24 months) SES Band 1 plus 15.4% superannuation Canberra, ACT Location: Canberra, ACT Application Closing Date: Sunday 17-May-2026at 11:30pm AEST ClassificationSES Band 1Employment Type Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for a period up to 24 months)This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate. Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for a maximum period of two (2) years. If the initial contract is for less than 2 years, it may be extended or renewed once, up to the 2 year limit. A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.Flexible Work At PM&C we recognise the broad benefits of offering flexibility in how, when and where work is performed. We consider flexibility first from a starting position of how can we make this work? and consider individual circumstances and operational requirements in making genuine attempts to establish mutually beneficial arrangements. Please reach out to the contact officer if you would like to explore what flexibility might look like for you, such as part time work, variable start and finish times or working from home. Who we are Australian Government Consulting (AGC) is an Australian Public Service (APS) initiative to deliver strategic management consultancy projects in-house, with a focus on strategy and organisational transformation. Situated within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C), AGC works in partnership with APS agencies on a wide range of high-profile issues that make a real difference to the wellbeing of Australians. Our vision is for AGC to be part of an efficient, highly capable and trusted APS that confidently delivers core work, makes the most of its own expertise, and reinvests in its capability, while selectively engaging external consultants where necessary. What you will doAGC aims to combine the best of private and public sector approaches. AGC delivers three related functions: Delivering consulting projects to develop strategic advice and build high-performing organisations. Strengthening APS capability, including connecting existing APS expertise, and transferring consulting practitioner skillsets to client teams. Supporting agencies to achieve better value when engaging external consultants. As a Deputy Chief Consulting Officer (DCCO) at AGC, you will: Work closely with the Chief Consulting Officer (CCO) and the other DCCOs to develop and deliver AGCs strategy. Help identify and cultivate a pipeline of project opportunities with APS clients. Embed a culture that backs people to take calculated risks and allows for new ways of working, underpinned by efficient processes and systems. Attract and retain talented people to work in AGC. Develop, manage and mentor high-performing teams to deliver outstanding results at pace. Provide strategic direction and intellectual leadership for several AGC projects concurrently (generally a day a week per project), working across policy, strategy and organisational issues: AGC is a very high-performing organisation with experienced project directors leading high-profile reform projects. Projects are generally led full time by a project director (EL2) with ~2 team members (composed of EL1 and APS). What you will bringOur ideal candidate will bring: Ability to think strategically and critically across multiple portfolios simultaneously. Astute judgement and well-developed engagement skills. Significant leadership experience in a consulting/project/taskforce environment. Experience building high-performing organisations with a positive culture. Demonstrated commitment to sharing knowledge, expertise and developing capability. Flexibility and resilience to deliver results and manage expectations in ambiguous, high-pressure work environments. High levels of integrity and a commitment to act in accordance with the APS Values and Code of Conduct. Candidates should exemplify behaviours that support modern systems leadership outlined in the Secretaries Charter of Leadership Behaviours, and encompass a stewardship approach to leadership.Integrity and Work Health and Safety SES Leaders may be considered Officers under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act). To fulfil their duty under the WHS Act, Officers must exercise due diligence to ensure PM&C complies with its work health and safety duties and obligations. It is PM&Cs expectation that all SES Leaders act in a way that is consistent with the obligations of an Officer under the WHS Act. Identified PositionThis position has limited contact with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and service providers, but is still required to have the capacity and willingness to further develop these skills. You will require capacity to attain cultural competency, including: understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and willingness and commitment to continue to develop cultural competency. Eligibility Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. At PM&C to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen by the completion of the recruitment process, except under exceptional circumstances. The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level. The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check, and will normally be subject to a six-month probation period if new to the APS or has not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS. Security Clearance Required Baseline Vetting (Protected) How to applySubmit an online application through the PM&C Current Opportunities by 11:30pm AEST on Sunday, 17-May-2026.As part of your application you will need to provide: Your resume (maximum three pages) A one page pitch (no more than 650 words) telling us how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications make you the best person for the job and to perform at the relevant classification level. You are encouraged to refer to the Candidate Pack and the relevant classification level of the PM&C Performance Model to assist you in drafting your one page pitch.You may also refer to the APSC resource Cracking the Code for further guidance and assistance on applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service.Contact OfficerAlice Netting on (02) 6228 6*** or *************@pmc.gov.auPlease Note This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your one page pitch and resume. Candidate Information Pack.docx Opens in new window Candidate Information Pack.pdf Opens in new window