Our structure

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Our people are all over Australia and we also have representatives overseas. Read about how we’re organised and who does what.

Organisational chart

Our organisational chart shows the internal structure of our department, our senior executives as well as the other agencies that form our portfolio.

Our ministers

View the ministers and assistant ministers we report to.

Our portfolio

Find out about the Jobs and Innovation portfolio, which comprises the Department of Jobs and Small Business, the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, and portfolio agencies.

Office of the Chief Economist

The Office of the Chief Economist provides economic advice, analysis and statistics.

Office of the Chief Scientist

We are home to the Office of the Chief Scientist which supports Australia's Chief Scientist to provide high-level independent advice to the Prime Minister and other ministers on matters relating to science, technology and innovation.

Office of Innovation and Science Australia

We host the Office of Innovation and Science Australia which supports the independent board for Innovation and Science Australia.

Office of Northern Australia

The Office of Northern Australia supports the continued development of northern Australia.

Overseas engagement

Our Counsellors strengthen our overseas networks and promote Australia’s capabilities in the industry, resources, innovation, science and research sectors.