Job Reference:

8NE27F7B

Eligibility:

SA Public Sector Employees Only

Division:

Community and Aboriginal Partnerships

Location:

Adelaide

Salary Range:

82,212-86,180

Classification:

ASO4

Engagement Type:

Ongoing

Closing Date:

28 Jul 2026

Role Highlights

- Ongoing, permanent full-time role
- Work with a dynamic and enthusiastic team
- Convenient CBD location

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

Our Community and Aboriginal Partnerships Division helps to build community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families, including those involved with the youth justice system, remote Aboriginal communities, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The division also supports DHS's Closing the Gap commitments.

Role Details

The Governance and Briefings Officer is a role within Community and Aboriginal Partnerships (CAP) and is accountable to the Principal Advisor for:

- coordinating the preparation, reviewing, tracking and processing of Cabinet, Ministerial and Departmental briefings, speech notes, correspondence, and other government and sector communications




- coordinating and contributing to the preparation and dissemination of critical periodic reporting required by the department and other stakeholders
- establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- providing a comprehensive administrative, project and business support service to the division
- maintaining, reviewing and supporting office administration systems, policies and procedures.

Special Conditions
National Police Check required.Some out of hours work may be required.Duration: Ongoing Opportunity

Attachments:

Role Description - Governance and Briefing Officer - ASO4.pdf

Contact Us

Enquiries to Karen Chee

0447 794 ***

Diversity And Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces secure and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process,



please contact us at **************@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter

You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide

Screening Checks

If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.

📌 GOVERNANCE AND BRIEFING OFFICER (Adelaide)
🏢 Department of Human Services
📍 Adelaide