Job description
The Organisation
The Australian Education Union (AEU) is the federal union for teachers, principals, support staff and all educators working in public education.
The AEU is proud to represent workers who have one of the most important jobs in the country. With over 190,000 members nationally, the AEU provides support both industrially and professionally and advocates for quality public education for all Australians.
What’s in it for you?
- 15.5% superannuation
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Gifted leave for Christmas closure, Easter Tuesday and Melbourne Cup Eve
- 17.5% leave loading
- Free parking
Your Impact
The AEU are seeking two Executive Assistants to join the Federal office.
Working with the Federal President you will have a high level of engagement with a variety of stakeholders specifically related to lobbying of politicians and community leaders.
Working with the Federal Secretary and the Deputy Federal Secretary you will provide assistance relating to the union’s governance responsibilities.
Responsibilities vary between positions but can include:
- Providing comprehensive and confidential support including effective diary management, email triage and coordinating of meetings and events
- Preparation of reports, presentations, briefing notes, background research for meetings, agendas, general correspondence and minute taking
- Coordinating interstate and international travel including accommodation and managing expenses
- Building and maintaining internal and external relationships with AEU branches, government, media and representatives from other regulatory, union or international bodies in support of the work of the AEU
What you bring
You are an Executive Assistant professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment supporting at a senior/executive level where a high degree of confidentiality was required. You have a pragmatic “can do approach” and has ideally worked within a political, education, union or non-profit organisation.
You can also demonstrate:
- Impeccable organisational skills: ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities whilst keeping calm under pressure.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills including drafting and formatting document with excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder relationship building skills.
- Initiative: skilled at anticipating the needs of those you support.
- A commitment to unionism and public education.
If you are committed to unionism and quality public education in Australia, then apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter or phone Emma Naglieri on 0421 720 596 for a confidential discussion.
The Australian Education Union are an equal opportunity employer and highly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people and others who may face structural barriers in our society to apply.