HOBAN Recruitment is partnering with a Federal Government department to recruit multiple APS5 Program Officers to support a high-profile ICT Workforce Governance & Assurance team based in Parkes, ACT. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced administration, program support, workforce planning, governance, recruitment or stakeholder engagement professionals looking to contribute to strategic workforce initiatives within a complex government environment.

Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing team, you will support workforce planning activities, recruitment coordination, governance processes, executive reporting, communications and capability development programs across a large ICT division. This role offers variety, stakeholder engagement and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to workforce capability and organisational performance.

Key Responsibilities

- Support workforce planning activities, reporting and workforce data management.
- Coordinate APS recruitment processes and maintain recruitment records.
- Assist with governance activities including committee support, agendas, minutes and action tracking.
- Prepare executive reports, briefing papers and workforce documentation.
- Develop internal communications, intranet content and workforce updates.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple business areas.
- Contribute to workforce capability, engagement and change initiatives.

About You You will bring experience in program coordination,



governance, recruitment, workforce planning, administration or a related field. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, stakeholder engagement capabilities and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential. Previous APS or government experience will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

- APS5 equivalent pay rate of $58 per hour + super
- Full-time temporary assignment
- Opportunity to gain valuable Federal Government experience
- Exposure to strategic ICT workforce initiatives
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Convenient Parkes ACT location
- Potential extension opportunities

Please note: Applicants must be Australian Citizens and be willing and able to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance if required.

Apply now to join a team delivering important workforce and governance outcomes within a major Federal Government ICT environment.

Positions close COB 20 November 2026.

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