Job Description
Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced
Capability Development Support Officer
to support a high-profile Defence capability development program. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with strong governance, administration, project coordination, records management, and stakeholder engagement experience within complex environments.
The Prospect n
We are seeking a Capability Development Support Officer to provide governance, coordination, information management and administrative support across a major Defence capability development program. Working closely with program stakeholders, you will play a key role in supporting governance forums, coordinating taskings, maintaining records and documentation, and ensuring effective information management across multiple concurrent activities. This role will suit a highly organised professional who can manage competing priorities while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities n
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Coordinate correspondence, information flows and shared document repositories.
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Support governance boards, committees, working groups and stakeholder meetings.
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Prepare agendas, briefing packs, decision-support documentation and meeting minutes.
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Manage action registers, task tracking and reporting requirements.
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Coordinate stakeholder taskings and consolidate responses for governance artefacts.
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Maintain records and document repositories in accordance with information management requirements.
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Support audit, assurance and compliance activities.
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Assist with workforce coordination, business management and administrative functions.
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Provide broader program coordination support as required.
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Essential Skills & Experience n
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Strong experience in project support, governance, administration or program coordination roles.
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Excellent Microsoft Office and collaboration tool skills.
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Strong organisational and information management capabilities.
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Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
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Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
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Experience supporting governance forums, boards, committees or project teams.
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Experience managing records, correspondence and document control processes.
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Desirable Experience n
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Previous experience within Defence or Government environments.
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Exposure to capability development, ICT programs, acquisition or program delivery activities.
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Knowledge of governance frameworks and information management processes.
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Experience using records management and collaboration systems.
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Understanding of capability development or program governance environments.
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Contract Details n
Contract Term:
1 January ********* December ****
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Extension Options:
Up to 2 x 12-month extensions available
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Location:
Russell, ACT
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Hours:
40 hours per week
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Security Clearance:
NV1 (Mandatory)
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at diversity-and-inclusion.
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📌 Capability Development Support (Canberra)
🏢 Chandler Macleod Group
📍 Canberra