About Us

ACS is where purpose, possibility and people come together. As Australia’s leading professional association for the technology community, we are strengthening the profession, creating greater value for our members and helping technology deliver a better future for Australia. We believe high performance is built on both capability and character: what you bring matters, and how you show up matters just as much.

Our people bring our strategy to life by aiming high, being creative, collaborating and doing the right thing, because even the boldest strategy only succeeds when the culture behind it is robust. As the saying goes, “Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast”.

About the Role The ICT Skills Assessor evaluates ICT qualifications, skills and professional experience against ACS frameworks and relevant government requirements. The role maintains complete case records, escalates integrity and non-conformance concerns, and applies specialist insight to strengthen assessment quality, applicant understanding and confidence in ACS.

Own accurate, timely and defensible decisions. Apply standards fairly, document decisions clearly and escalate concerns early. Share knowledge, welcome constructive challenge and use feedback to strengthen consistent practice. Apply evidence and specialist insight to improve assessment quality and applicant understanding, identify the appropriate membership level and connect candidates with Member Services, relevant microcredentials and professional pathways.

This is a maximum 2 year contract.

Key Responsibilities

- Make accurate, consistent and defensible assessment decisions using independent professional judgement and defined assessment standards.
- Complete allocated assessments within agreed quality, service and productivity targets, maintaining complete, traceable and audit-ready records.
- Apply current artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and broader ICT expertise to strengthen assessment practice and support CyberPath deliverables, including contemporary skills insight, assessment guidance,



capability development and evolving professional pathways.
- Identify, document and escalate integrity, fraud, compliance and non-conformance concerns within delegated authority and required timeframes.
- Use evidence, calibration, peer review, knowledge sharing and constructive feedback to strengthen consistent assessor practice, improve applicant understanding and deliver practical improvements to frameworks, controls and digital processes.

About You You are a strategic and collaborative leader with a passion for high-quality assessment, workforce capability, and operational excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments, excel at driving team performance and process improvement, and have excellent stakeholder engagement skills to influence across teams, partners, and the wider education and professional ecosystem.

What You Bring

- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operational leadership, ideally in ICT, professional assessment, or education services.
- Proven experience managing assessment, skills recognition, or professional credentialing operations.
- Experience in regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and risk management.

Skills

- Robust leadership and people management capabilities, with the ability to build high-performing teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on improving assessment frameworks and outcomes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive operational excellence, and maintain standards in a complex environment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and data management tools.
- Discretion,



sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive matters diplomatically.
- Collaborative mindset, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Join ACS? Join ACS and help shape a stronger, future-ready technology profession for Australia. You’ll be part of an ambitious and supportive team where ideas are welcomed, collaboration crosses boundaries and everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for our members and the wider technology community. We value diverse perspectives and back our people to aim high, be creative, do the right thing and keep growing—because the energy, curiosity and behaviours you bring are just as important as your expertise.

Rewards and Benefits

- Flexible Work Environment – Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, combining remote flexibility with regular in-person collaboration in shared workspaces.
- Professional Development – Access to a wide range of learning and development options including access to SkillsSoft online learning suite, MySFIA skills assessment along with other role and enterprise learning opportunities.
- Engaging Workplace Culture – Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team with in-office activities, learning sessions, and a supportive atmosphere.
- Exclusive Membership Benefits – Receive a complimentary ACS membership, unlocking a host of professional development opportunities and networking benefits.
- Financial & Well-being Support – Benefit from NFP salary packaging to increase your take-home pay, along with access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for extra support.
- Family-Friendly Policies – Inclusive leave policies support parents and caregivers, helping you balance work and family commitments

How to Apply Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume and cover letter outlining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to undertake a police check as part of the recruitment process.

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