E1465

Closes: 06 October 2026

Classification: Executive Level 1.4
Position No: E1465
Directorate: Digital Canberra
Advertised (Gazettal date): 21 September 2026
Contact Officer: Eamonn Rooney on eamonn.rooney@act.gov.au

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Help shape a government that is easier to access, easier to use and trusted by the community.

At Digital Canberra, your work helps improve the lives of Canberrans.

We provide whole-of-government leadership across digital, technology, data, cyber security and artificial intelligence, supporting Ministers and government priorities while enabling directorates to deliver trusted, secure and community-focused services.

As a newly established directorate, we are building the future of digital government in the ACT. We bring together whole-of-government leadership, innovation and expertise to create better services, stronger capability and better outcomes for the community.

Why join Digital Canberra?

* Make a genuine impact by improving services used by people, families, businesses and communities across the ACT.

* Lead transformation at scale through whole-of-government initiatives spanning digital services, data, cyber security, digital health and emerging technologies.

* Influence strategic outcomes by working closely with Ministers, senior leaders and partners across government.

* Grow your capability through challenging and meaningful work in one of the fastest-evolving areas of the public sector.

* Shape the future of a new directorate and help build a connected, innovative and digitally enabled ACT Government.

* Be part of a values-driven culture that embraces Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Innovation.

Our Promise

You will work alongside talented people who are passionate about public value and improving community outcomes.

Together with our partners across government, industry, academia and the community, we are delivering trusted, secure and inclusive services designed around people’s needs and creating a future where government is simpler, more connected and easier to deal with.

If you want to influence government-wide outcomes, support meaningful change and make a tangible difference for the ACT community, Digital Canberra is the place to do it.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Commencing 1 July 2026 all ACTPS Senior Executive Service members are required to exercise the functions of their position in accordance with the closing the gap principle Closing The Gap Cultural Capability - Home

Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $296,877 - $306,035 depending on the current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $261,668.

Contract: The successful applicant will be engaged under a performance-based long-term contract for a period of up to five years. Prospective applicants should be aware that long-term engagements are tabled in the ACT Legislative Assembly.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a two-page pitch outlining relevant skills and experience against the Executive Capabilities, as well as a current curriculum vitae, and contact details of at least two referees, one of whom is your current manager.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.