Intelligence Oversight Officer

Non-ongoing opportunities may be offered for a specified term of varying periods up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension.
Merit list/pools and how they will be used Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months.
This merit list/pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Canberra.
Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security
Canberra ACT
Who are we:
The Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (OIGIS) is central to the independent oversight of the Australian intelligence and security agencies. The Inspector General is an independent statutory office holder who reviews the activities of Australia's intelligence and security agencies to ensure they act legally and with propriety, comply with ministerial guidelines and directives, and respect human rights. All IGIS staff members assist the Inspector-General to provide assurance to ministers, the parliament, and the public that these agencies are using their powers as intended.
We are a small portfolio agency, proud of our contribution to the national interest. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset – we recruit and retain highly capable, motivated professionals with high levels of integrity and personal drive; and we invest in, and value, their development. Further, we offer a rewarding, positive, and inclusive environment, empowering staff to work flexibly in their contribution to the achievement of agency goals.
What we offer At OIGIS, we offer an attractive package which includes a combination of competitive remuneration, rewarding job opportunities, and a high performing team environment, including:
generous employee benefits with competitive salary and the potential for other allowances and benefits flexible working arrangements including family friendly, caring and work-life balance provisions professional development opportunities including further study, training and professional memberships a team of intelligent, experienced and engaged leaders committed to achieving outcomes the opportunity to liaise across a range of agencies including security and intelligence agencies a supportive, balanced culture that fosters inclusion, personal growth and the balance between professional and personal endeavours. The key duties of the position include: An APS level 6 Intelligence Oversight Officer supports the core work of IGIS – delivering efficient and effective oversight of the agencies within IGIS' jurisdiction. Fundamentally, an APS level 6 Intelligence Oversight Officer, with limited direction and guidance, demonstrates analytic and critical thinking skills to understand agency activities, identify issues, formulate an informed view and identify and make recommendations. These officers will at times lead, but most regularly, strongly contribute to the delivery of the oversight activities of the Office. Intelligence Oversight Officers regularly establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders across a broad range of intelligence agencies, and actively contribute to the broader functions of IGIS to ensure it delivers effective oversight, as required.
Key responsibilities of the Intelligence Oversight Officer role:
contribute to, and at times lead, reviews (also known as inspections and inquiries) of intelligence agency activities by conducting research, examining documentation, analysing data, physical observation and meeting with agency staff build and maintain productive, but independent, working relationships with colleagues in the agencies IGIS oversees and broader Government to further the work of the Office critically analyse issues and complex documents and apply sound judgment to draw conclusions communicate (verbally and in written form) to a wide variety of audiences, to varying degrees of complexity, including to senior managers provide input to oversight planning activities to ensure the IGIS is overseeing the most important areas of agency activity apply legislation, policies and procedures to agency activities and seek support from internal stakeholders where required support and guide less-experienced staff handle highly classified and sensitive information on a daily basis exercise professional discretion. To be successful in this role you will have:
a demonstrated aptitude to analysing an issue or activity and, with guidance, developing clear views and recommendations a desire to work in a productive, values-driven organisation and to achieve results a desire to work as part of a small team to deliver significant outcomes a positive attitude, energy and commitment to the objectives of IGIS a collaborative and respectful approach to all aspects of your work the ability to conduct your work in an organised and flexible manner. Essential skills and experience:
highly developed analytical and critical thinking skills to tackle complex issues excellent written and verbal communication skills ability to build and maintain relationships with a network of stakeholders in a responsive and flexible way ability to work effectively in a small team environment during a period of change ability to work productively and discretely within a highly sensitive workplace ability and aptitude to learn, develop new skills and show initiative. Highly desirable skills and experience:
understanding of, and/or experience in, the National Intelligence Community (NIC) and broader APS experience undertaking inspections, audits or other types of administrative reviews or analytical work. The IGIS is a small portfolio agency within the Attorney Generals Department. In addition to your core duties, at times you may be asked to undertake tasks that are outside your usual span of duties but that are within the range of your capabilities. Supporting one another provides our people with exposure to functions across the Office and is an integral part of our positive workplace culture; providing opportunities for diverse work, building relationships and innovative methods of working.
Security, suitability and integrity requirements
Positions at IGIS are positions of trust. Appointment to our Office depends on the outcome of an organisational suitability assessment. Appointment and ongoing employment at the Office are subject to a Positive Vetting clearance being granted and maintained. Security vetting may take many months to complete and requires candidates to provide significant personal information to the vetting authority. In addition, all IGIS staff are required to make annual conflict of interest declarations to ensure the independence and integrity of the Office.
Am I eligible to apply?
You must be an Australian citizen and you must have a checkable background. Note: we must be able to practically verify, from independent and reliable sources, (cumulative) periods of 12-months or more spent outside Australia. You must be willing to undergo a comprehensive security clearance suitability assessment. Note: 'willing to undergo' means fully cooperating in the assessment process, including the timely provision of information and documentary evidence. Notes How to apply
Applicants are required to submit an application using the webform on the IGIS website ( by 11:30pm ADST – Sunday 17 November 2024. No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted.
All applications must be provided at the OFFICIAL level. Classified applications will not be accepted.
As part of your application you will need to provide:
your resume; the contact details of two referees; and a statement of no more than 750 words explaining how your education, skills, knowledge and experience make you suitable for the position. When framing your response, you should also refer to the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) and the capabilities required to be successful at the APS 6 level. Information about the ILS is available on the Australian Public Service Commission website at: ( The Work Level Standards are available at:
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit:
Getting to know the Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security The Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security is an independent statutory office holder who reviews the activities of six intelligence agencies within IGIS jurisdiction:
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation - ASIO Australian Secret Intelligence Service - ASIS Australian Signals Directorate - ASD Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation – AGO Defence Intelligence Organisation - DIO Office of National Intelligence - ONI The purpose of this review is to ensure that these agencies act legally and with propriety, comply with ministerial guidelines and directives and respect human rights. The functions of the Inspector-General are prescribed under sections 8, 9 and 9A of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security Act 1986 (Comlaw). The Inspector-General can undertake a formal inquiry into the activities of an agency in response to a complaint or a reference from a minister. The Inspector-General can also act independently to initiate inquiries and conducts regular inspections and monitoring of agency activities. In conducting an inquiry, the Inspector-General has significant powers which include requiring the attendance of witnesses, taking sworn evidence, copying and retention of documents and entry into the premises of an agency within jurisdiction. The Inspector-General can also conduct preliminary inquiries into matters in order to decide whether to initiate a full inquiry.
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