Business Support Officer

Role Status: Full-time temporary vacancy until 3 September 2027 with potential for extension
Remuneration: ASO3 ($74,095 - $78,694) plus 12% superannuation

Exceptional service. Essential support.

As a Business Support Officer in the Office of the Minister for Child Protection, you’ll provide prompt, accurate administrative support while helping maintain the systems and information the office relies on. Based in the Adelaide CBD, this is an opportunity to bring your service focus to a professional and purposeful environment.

In this role, you will:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support across the Minister’s Office

• Coordinate enquiries, prioritise requests and escalate urgent matters

• Manage correspondence, records and daily reporting for senior staff

• Process contracts, HR documentation and financial administration

• Strengthen office systems and processes through continuous improvement.

About you:

• You communicate clearly and confidently with a range of stakeholders

• You effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• You have experience providing administrative support across databases, records and correspondence

• You understand government processes, including parliamentary and cabinet protocols

• You work independently, exercise discretion and take initiative.

If you’re organised, responsive and committed to providing exceptional service, apply to join the Minister’s Office and contribute to the important work of the Department for Child Protection.

What’s in it for you – Perks That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact

• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life

• Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family

• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP

• Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits

• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family

• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

See our full list of benefits.

About DCP

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Special Conditions:

• You must have a current Working With Children Check

• You must have a current Australian driver’s licence and a willingness to drive.

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Want to know more? 

Contact Ann-Marie Banfield - Office Manager for a confidential discussion

Via tel: (08) •••• •592 or email: ann-marie.banfield@sa.gov.au.

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 13 September 2026, 11:00 PM