The AEC has been around since 1984 and prior to that was known as the Australian Electoral Office. We run Australia’s federal elections, by-elections, referendums and some industrial and commercial events as well. 

People often ask what we do in between events and the answer is plenty! We maintain the electoral roll, redraw electoral boundaries and conduct industrial and commercial elections. The AEC also provides a range of ongoing electoral education and awareness programs from school age children visiting our electoral education centre to direct engagement with people living in remote areas of Australia. For the more politically savvy we also play a role in the disclosure of the financial dealings of political parties and others involved in the electoral process. 
  
The biggest thing that the AEC does in between events though is to plan for the next one - careful planning of what is the biggest peacetime logistical exercise conducted in Australia without a known date. 

Authorised by the Electoral Commissioner, Canberra.

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The Project Management team at the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is responsible for meticulously planning and executing various electoral initiatives between events. This includes overseeing boundary redistributions, enhancing electoral education programs, and managing enterprise-wide transformation projects. They ensure that the AEC is prepared for upcoming elections through strategic project planning and delivery support, facilitating seamless electoral processes nationwide.

Project Management

The Engineering and Technology Team at the Australian Electoral Commission is responsible for developing and maintaining the technological infrastructure that supports the electoral process. This includes managing cloud and DevOps solutions to enhance operational efficiency, overseeing IT strategies to ensure data security and accessibility, and implementing innovative technologies to streamline electoral management and voter engagement. They play a critical role in planning and executing the AEC's logistics for elections, ensuring that all systems are robust and reliable in preparation for Australia's significant electoral events.

Engineering and Technology Team

The Infrastructure and Operations team at the Australian Electoral Commission is responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of electoral processes and events. This team manages and maintains crucial infrastructure, oversees payroll and human resources, and coordinates operational logistics to support the planning and delivery of elections and other electoral activities, guaranteeing readiness for Australia's largest peacetime logistical exercise. Their work is essential for the integrity and efficiency of the electoral system, contributing to ongoing electoral education and community engagement efforts.

Infrastructure and Operations

The Leadership Team at the Australian Electoral Commission plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the organization. Comprising key executives like the Chief People Officer, Chief Information Officer, and Principal Government Lawyer, the team oversees the planning and execution of electoral processes, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks, and enhancing organizational capabilities. They focus on innovative solutions and workforce development to maintain the integrity and efficiency of electoral operations, particularly in preparation for upcoming elections and public engagement initiatives.

Australian Electoral Commission

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Infrastructure and Operations

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Australian Electoral Commission

Org chart

Teams

Project Management

Engineering and Technology Team

Infrastructure and Operations

Leadership Team

Offices

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