- See what other grads don't — investigate the performance and program implementation of government agencies using evidence-based analysis
- get a bird's eye view of how government works, researching and reviewing a wide range of government programs, expenditure and departments — an experience you can't get anywhere else
- have impact on government, keeping Australian Government agencies accountable for their use of public resources and promoting meaningful change
- work in an agency that reports directly to Parliament, and see your work published and tabled in Parliament
- learn from the best, with exposure and access to the Auditor-General and senior leadership at the ANAO, as well as at the agencies we audit.
- See what other grads don't — investigate the performance and program implementation of government agencies using evidence-based analysis
- $70,621 p.a plus 15.4% superannuation
- Forrest, Canberra
- get a bird's eye view of how government works, researching and reviewing a wide range of government programs, expenditure and departments — an experience you can't get anywhere else
- have impact on government, keeping Australian Government agencies accountable for their use of public resources and promoting meaningful change
- work in an agency that reports directly to Parliament, and see your work published and tabled in Parliament
- learn from the best, with exposure and access to the Auditor-General and senior leadership at the ANAO, as well as at the agencies we audit.
- generous conditions, including a starting salary of $70,621 plus 15.4% super
- engaging, interesting work that supports accountability and integrity in government
- complete an extensive development program through the ANAO Academy that will teach you core public service skills and help you further develop technical skills in your field.
- access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, flexible working arrangements and a positive culture of work-life balance
- kickstart your public service career, getting a strong sense of how government agencies work and the importance of the ANAO's role in the sector
- work at a welcoming office with a positive culture of work-life balance and a suite of health, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and
- promotion to a higher classification at the completion of the program
- a current CV
- your academic record (an unofficial one is sufficient)
- proof of Australian citizenship, and
- the details of one referee
- Start your application by clicking the "begin" button.
ANAO 2025 Graduate Program - Canberra, Australia - Acendre
Description
Careers at Australian National Audit Office (ANAO)
See what other grads don't at the ANAO:
Get a unique introduction to the world of government with a view across the entire Australian Government sector. You'll support public sector transparency and integrity by using your strong generalist skills to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, economics and ethics of different government programs.
See what other grads don't at the ANAO:
Get a unique introduction to the world of government with a view across the entire Australian Government sector. You'll support public sector transparency and integrity by using your strong generalist skills to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, economics and ethics of different government programs.
We're looking for curious and highly motivated team-players from all academic backgrounds. Different audit topics call for different specialist knowledge, which means that whatever your degree, you'll have relevant expertise. Each new audit is like a research project, which comes with the opportunity to learn new things, develop new skills and work with all kinds of people.
Why choose the ANAO?
Who can apply:
To be eligible to apply, you must have completed your university degree within the last seven years or be in your final year of study.
You must also be an Australian citizen willing to undergo a security clearance process and relocate to Canberra (we can assist with relocation costs).
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted through our Online Recruitment Portal on our current vacancies' webpage. As part of the application, you will be asked to complete an expression of interest (500 words maximum) and provide:
Closing date:
Applications for our 2025 Graduate Program close 11:30PM (AEST), Monday 29 April 2024.
Get more information:
Find out what else you'll see that other grads don't — explore our website at
You can email and someone from our grad team will contact you.
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