Join us in delivering the 2026 State Election and the SA First Nations Voice to Parliament Election
We’re excited to offer a range of project roles supporting the successful delivery of the 2026 State Election and the SA First Nations Voice to Parliament Election. Whether you’re looking to build your career in a dynamic environment or contribute to the democratic process, we invite you to explore the available positions below.
Application dates have now expired for the following roles, however if you are interested, please register for work (this link will take you to the register for work page)
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ICT Program Manager |
Responsible for directing, leading and managing critical ICT projects to support preparation for and delivery of the state and local council elections in 2026. Critical ICT projects include the development and integration of key election management systems (existing and new systems) and related ICT security and cyber security projects. |
MAS3 |
July 2025 to December 2026 |
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Manager Security |
Responsible for leading, coordinating and implementing comprehensive security strategies for the 2026 elections, including safeguarding the protective, physical and personnel security of ECSA’s operations, assets and election processes and will include the development and implementation of dedicated plans and strategies to support responsibilities and requirements under the South Australian Protective Security Framework and effective business continuity planning and disaster recovery planning. |
ASO7 |
August 2025 to February 2027 |
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Cyber Security Program Manager |
Responsible for the development and implementation of a Cyber Security Program for the 2026 elections, including the coordination of key activities to support compliance with the South Australian Cyber Security Framework (SACSF) and South Australian Protective Security Framework (SAPSF) and Information Security Policies. |
ASO7 |
August 2025 to December 2026 |
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Complaints Manager |
Responsible for management of complaints and enquiries concerning the conduct of elections in accordance with the established complaints framework, policies, and protocols. The role will also lead and manage the investigation of complaints, communicate with stakeholders, and liaise with legal advisors to determine appropriate action. |
ASO6 |
August 2025 to February 2027 |
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Senior Procurement Advisor |
Responsible for end-to-end procurement services for election events, ensuring all procurement is in accordance with the SA Procurement Framework requirements and contract management policies and guidelines. |
ASO6 |
July 2025 to December 2026 |
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Project Officer/ Senior Project Officer – multiple roles |
Responsible for the development and delivery of projects, activities, and tasks across a range of functional areas including facilities management, transport and logistics, central processing, call centre, warehousing and voting services (i.e., early voting, telephone-assisted voting). |
ASO 5/6 |
August 2025 to December 2026 |
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Facilities and CPC Manager |
Responsible for managing the Central Processing Centre (CPC) and coordinating and supporting access to services (electricity, cleaning, security) for key ECSA election facilities and locations (i.e. CPC, returning offices and polling places) for the 2026 elections. |
ASO6 |
August 2025 to February 2027 |
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Senior Policy Officer – Law Reform Implementation |
Responsible for managing the implementation of legislative reform relevant to 2026 election activities. A key focus will be activities to support the implementation of the Electoral (Miscellaneous) Amendment Act 2024 including the development of Regulations, determinations, forms and business processes to support the changes, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. |
ASO6 |
July 2025 to March 2026 |
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Project Finance Officer |
Responsible for providing efficient and effective financial services in relation to the assessment and payment of claims in accordance with Part 13A of the Electoral Act 1985, and the associated reconciliation and reporting. |
ASO5 |
July 2025 to June 2026 |
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| Social Media Officer | Responsible for project managing social media opportunities for the 2026 elections and will include the development of a comprehensive social media strategy, preparing and implementing engaging content that resonates with electors, managing and responding to social media inquiries and comments, and proactively tackling the spread of false information online. | AS05 | August 2025 to December 2026 | |
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PMO Project Officer |
Coordinate, develop and implement quality administrative systems and practices that support effective and efficient project management activities and reporting. |
ASO4 |
August 2025 to December 2026 |
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Project Officer |
Responsible for providing high quality administrative and project coordination support to assist in the successful implementation of legislative reforms for early voting and telephone assisted voting. |
ASO4 |
July 2025 to March 2026 |
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Complaints Officer |
Responsible for coordinating the investigation and administration of complaints and providing advice to support the determination of appropriate actions and responses. This will include working with both internal and external stakeholders to determine appropriate actions within the established complaints framework, policies, and procedures. |
ASO4 |
July 2025 to June 2026 |
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FDR Officer |
Responsible for supporting the implementation of strategies, policies, and programs to support a range of ECSA’s administrative functions under the Electoral Act 1985, including processes to support the registration of Political Parties, the maintenance of relevant public registers, and the exercise of various powers and functions associated with funding administration and disclosures under Part 13A of the Act. |
ASO3 |
July 2025 to June 2026 |
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