The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to recruit enthusiastic people for the position of State Lead, Census Engagement & Coordination, to support our Census 2026 Inclusive Strategies & Engagement team.

These are temporary positions up to 18 months duration. Successful applicants will initially be engaged on a 12 month contract, with a further contract extension up to six months.

About the role

• lead small teams of Census field staff and collaborate with Inclusive Strategy & Engagement or state / territory Census colleagues to achieve planned outcomes using a nationally consistent approach

• plan and undertake state / territory level cross-cutting engagement (using templates and materials provided)

• facilitate the coordination of engagement in your state / territory (using resources developed by the National Cross-cutting Engagement Team)

• recruit and onboard engagement field staff for your state / territory

• support engagement by other Census teams

• provide engagement support materials/ templates to teams in your state / territory

• monitor, manage and escalate state / territory strategy risks as required

• assist the national lead to encourage and support CRM use by teams in your state / territory

• conduct evaluation of your state / territory team at the end of operations.

About you

The successful candidates will possess all, or most of the following:

• strong stakeholder engagement skills (including ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes)

• strong project management skills

• strong oral and written communication skills

• ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment

• experience working with, or a good understanding of, vulnerable community groups

• team management experience in fast paced environments.

About the team

The Census 2026 Inclusive Strategies & Engagement section focus on particular population groups and communities who may face additional or different challenges to completing the Census. Our work across all of the strategies involves a lot of engagement with people, communities and sectors to understand those challenges, and develop resources and processes to assist everyone in being able to access and complete their Census.

The Cross-cutting Engagement Coordination team involves coordinating our efforts across the Census program in terms of engaging with external stakeholders, recording stakeholder meetings and interactions and minimising duplication of engagement by different areas of Census. It also undertakes and leads field staff to plan and undertake engagement with key stakeholders.

Benefits

• competitive salary package up to $108K

• 15.4% employer contribution to superannuation

• opportunity to work from home three days a week

• flexible start and finish times.

About the Australian Bureau of Statistics

We are Australia’s national statistical agency and an official source of independent, reliable information. We tell the real story of Australia, its economy and its people by bringing life and meaning to numbers.

We are at the forefront of data innovation - responding to today’s challenges and partnering to deliver rich, new information solutions and technologies for the future.

A role with us offers you the opportunity to:

• undertake work with real purpose in a dynamic, innovative and flexible work environment

• apply and develop your expertise through a wide variety of challenging roles and learning and development opportunities

• be part of a supportive team of trusted experts who are empowered and accountable

• join a workplace culture that fosters inclusiveness, builds respect and capitalises on diversity.

How to apply

To apply, complete an online application form, upload your resume, provide referee details and submit a statement (up to 500 words) describing how your skills and experience are relevant to the role.

To be eligible to apply you must be an Australian citizen.

Applications close at 11.30 pm (AEST) on Sunday 3rd August 2025.