Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 853404
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Executive Officer Opportunities

Join a team of good people, doing interesting work, with serious impact for South Australia.

The Office of the Under Treasurer is seeking applications for two executive office opportunities:

- Executive Officer to the Chief Services Officer, ASO5, Temporary
- Senior Executive Officer to the Deputy Under Treasurer, ASO6, Temporary

Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the Under Treasurer’s Office, Ministers’ Offices and stakeholders across government, you'll help enable executive decision-making, facilitate stakeholder engagement and ensure the smooth operation of the Department of Treasury and Finance's important leadership functions.

These opportunities offer exceptional exposure to high-level government operations and decision-making. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your executive support career or bring your expertise to a more strategic executive office role, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to work that impacts South Australia every day.

These roles are offered for an initial 12-month period, with the possibility of extension or ongoing appointment.

What We Offer

- Meaningful work that contributes to outcomes for South Australia
- A supportive team setting where people connect and collaborate
- Flexible working arrangements that support life and career
- Opportunities to grow capability and build a long-term career
- Salary packaging and wellbeing benefits

Who we are

At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), we’re building a world-class Treasury for South Australia – it’s about the people and the impact we create together.

We’re South Australia’s lead agency for economic, digital and financial policy outcomes. Our work touches every corner of the state, from enabling frontline services to driving digital transformation. And we do it all with one purpose: to make life better for the people who call South Australia home.

About your branch

The Office of the Under Treasurer brings together the Under Treasurer, Deputy Under Treasurer, Chief Services Officer, Chief Operating Officer and a team of highly skilled support professionals. The office sits at the centre of Treasury's leadership function, providing strategic coordination,



executive support and advisory services that enable informed decision-making and the delivery of departmental priorities.

The team works in a trusted and collaborative environment, supporting the effective operation of the department's senior leadership offices. It offers a unique opportunity to work closely with executive leaders, contribute to high-profile initiatives and gain exposure to a diverse range of organisational priorities.

What you will do

The ASO5 Executive Officer role provides high-level executive, administrative and organisational support to the Chief Services Officer, ensuring priorities are coordinated and delivered effectively.

The ASO6 Senior Executive Officer role operates at a more strategic level, providing confidential executive and advisory support to the Deputy Under Treasurer, managing complex workflows, sensitive matters and high-priority correspondence requiring sound judgement and discretion.

You will:

- Support senior leaders to deliver key priorities and organisational outcomes.
- Build trusted relationships across DTF, government agencies, ministerial offices and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate executive correspondence, meetings, briefings, travel and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Enable effective information flow, governance and records management across the executive office.
- Apply sound judgement to manage competing priorities, sensitive matters and evolving business needs.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen executive office operations and service delivery.

Remuneration

ASO5 ($92,122 - $102,456 p.a) + 12% Super
ASO6 ($105,747 - $111,854 p.a) + 12% Super

What you bring

We're looking for someone who:

- Builds trusted relationships and communicates confidently with people at all levels.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.
- Is highly organised, adaptable and able to exercise sound judgement when handling sensitive or confidential matters.
- Is tech-savvy,



with robust digital skills and experience using Microsoft Office applications and records management systems such as Objective.
- Produces clear, accurate and professional correspondence, reports and briefing materials.
- Takes initiative, solves problems and looks for opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.

For the ASO6 Senior Executive Officer opportunity, we're particularly interested in candidates who can also demonstrate:

- Experience supporting senior executives in complex environments.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills.
- The ability to manage sensitive, high-priority matters with a high degree of autonomy and judgement.
- An understanding of governance, risk and quality assurance processes.

Highly regarded:

- Experience with Basware and other administrative systems.
- Knowledge of government processes and public sector administration.

Application Instructions

Click ‘Apply Now’ to:

1. Submit your current CV
2. Submit a Cover Letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role.
3. Complete and attach the Pre-Employment Declaration to your application.

Special Conditions

Refer to the Role Description for the key selection criteria and special conditions.

Enquiries
If you’d like to learn more, or for a confidential discussion, please contact:

Ana Beveridge, Principal Executive Officer to the Under Treasurer
Phone: +61 8 7424 5614
Email: *************@sa.gov.au

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences.
If you need any adjustments at any stage — such as receiving interview questions in advance or accessing materials in alternative formats — we’re here to support you.

Aboriginal Employment Program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged, but not required, to join the SA Public Sector Aboriginal Employment Register. The register provides optional support and access to employment opportunities across the SA Public Sector.

Applications close: 18/08/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - ASO6 Senior Executive Officer to the DUT (A9307617).pdf
- Role Description- ASO5 Executive Officer to the CSO.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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