Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) – Expressions of Interest

Applications are invited to fill two full-time statutory positions on the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). Positions are for a term of 4 years, in line with the new Australian Government Appointments Framework, including the potential for renewal.

This is a unique opportunity to play an important role in regulatory decision-making to deliver strong consumer outcomes across telecommunications, broadcasting, radiocommunications, interactive gambling, spam and scams.

Suitable candidates will have extensive experience as a senior leader in the communications/media sectors and/or experience in areas such as business, financial management, economics, law or public administration, including experience delivering outcomes through established and emerging regulatory regimes. They will be exemplary leaders able to support ACMA to enhance trust and confidence in Australia’s communications and media sectors through effective and timely regulation; promoting consumer interests and public safety; and fostering effective relationships with consumer groups, industry and government stakeholders.

This recruitment process may be used to appoint other ACMA members in the future.

The Opportunity

The Australian Government is looking for exceptional candidates to fill two full-time statutory office roles as ACMA Authority members. This is a unique opportunity to play an important role in maximising the economic and social benefits of Australian communications and content services as well as protecting Australian consumers and public safety.

Suitable candidates will have extensive experience as a senior leader in the communications/media sectors and/or experience in areas such as business, financial management, economics, law or public administration, including experience delivering outcomes through established and emerging regulatory regimes. They will be exemplary leaders able to support ACMA to enhance public trust and confidence in Australia’s communications and media sectors through effective and timely regulation; compliance and enforcement; promote consumer interests and public safety; and foster effective relationships with consumer advocacy groups, industry and government stakeholders.

About ACMA

ACMA is responsible for regulating telecommunications, broadcasting, radiocommunications, scams, unsolicited communications, interactive gambling and some online content.

The agency has specific responsibilities set out under five principal Acts: Australian Communications and Media Authority Act 2005 (ACMA Act), Radiocommunications Act 1992, Telecommunications Act 1997, Telecommunications (Consumer Protection and Service Standards) Act 1999, and Broadcasting Services Act 1992 and an extensive range of other regulatory instruments.

The agency has approximately 470 staff across three central offices in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne. The Agency Head manages a combined Departmental and Administered budget of around $129 million per annum and the Agency also collects significant revenues on behalf of the Commonwealth.

ACMA governance materials/websites

• ACMA’s current organisational chart can be found here: ACMA organisational structure | ACMA.
• ACMA’s Code of Conduct, which outlines the role of the Authority and the standards expected of members can be found here: The Authority Code of Conduct | ACMA.

To Apply: Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button, using reference ACMbor0526.  Enquiries to David Baber or Mark Lelliott at Future Leadership Pty Ltd by phone on 03 9016 6000 or via email at [email protected]

Your application must include a resume (up to 3 pages) and a cover letter (Max. 1000 words) highlighting your suitability against the position description/s and selection criteria. Please indicate which role/s you are applying for.