Executive Assistant

Apply now Job no:500802
Work type:Professional
Location:Bruce
Categories:Administration

• Execute your exceptional interpersonal skills, strong organisational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $88,414 pa – $95,175 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About Us:

Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 .

About the opportunity:

We are looking for a proficient administrative professional to offer comprehensive executive support to the Executive Dean and Faculty Manager. Collaboration within a supportive team environment, fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, is essential.

In addition to managing calls and emails and organising the Executive Dean’s schedule, this role will also entail providing high-level secretariat support. Responsibilities include facilitating documentation, meetings, and initiatives, drafting both general and confidential correspondence, aiding in presentations, reports, and submissions, and assisting with Faculty committees and meetings. This position requires an inquisitive mind and meticulous attention to detail.

If you possess exceptional organisational skills, a genuine passion for providing support, and looking outside the box, then this role is for you.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV; and one page cover letter outlining what attracted you to the position. No additional documents are necessary.

SUBMIT your CV through the “Apply Now” tab.  We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Mr Peter Carling, Faculty Manager on 02 6206 8300 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 17th March 2024

Advertised:05 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:17 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time