Executive Assistant
Talent
Date: 19 hours ago
City: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Contract type: Contractor
APS5 Executive Assistant | Canberra | 6 Months Contract
Impactful role in government sector
Supportive and dynamic work environment
High-Level Administrative Support
About The Client
Our client is a respected government agency focused on supporting individuals with disabilities. They are committed to fostering a collaborative environment and offer opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements.
About The Role
As an APS5 Executive Assistant, you will be at the heart of executive operations, providing key support to the General Manager. Your role will involve managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling sensitive information. You will play a crucial part in facilitating effective communication and ensuring the success of various projects and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Impactful role in government sector
Supportive and dynamic work environment
High-Level Administrative Support
About The Client
Our client is a respected government agency focused on supporting individuals with disabilities. They are committed to fostering a collaborative environment and offer opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements.
About The Role
As an APS5 Executive Assistant, you will be at the heart of executive operations, providing key support to the General Manager. Your role will involve managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling sensitive information. You will play a crucial part in facilitating effective communication and ensuring the success of various projects and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage emails, appointments, and prepare briefing materials.
- Schedule meetings and prepare reports for committees and projects.
- Organise travel arrangements and support official functions.
- Provide guidance and quality assurance to junior staff.
- Contribute to issue resolution and risk management programs.
- Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and policy frameworks.
- Proven multitasking and prioritisation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Competence in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant tools.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
- Must have previous Executive Assistant experience
- Work Rights: Only Australian citizens can be considered for this role.
- Pre-employment Checks: Reference checks, National Police Check, Worker Screening Checks, and/or Working with Children Check (as required).
- A current CV
- A statement of capability (up to one page)
- Your work rights status
- Contact details for two referees (referees will only be contacted if you progress past the interview stage).