The opportunity

Our client is a community focused Federal Government Agency. They have an exciting opportunity available for an APS5 Executive Assistant to join the General Manager under the Service Design and Improvement Group.

Labour Hire hourly rate contract spanning an initial 12 months, with the opportunity to extend. Offering an hourly rate of $55.24 + Superannuation, to be based out of our client's Geelong location.

On offer is 2 days working from home, with 3 on site.

*PART TIME POSITION - 4 HOUR DAYS, 5 DAYS PER WEEK*

About the role

The APS5 Executive Assistant is accountable under limited supervision to undertake moderately complex to complex work. The position is responsible for providing professional administrative, secretarial and research services to members of the Senior Executive Service (SES).

The position is a team membership position and is accountable for organising their workflow and making independent decisions relating to an area of responsibility. The position is required to provide policy advice within an area of specialisation with advice based on policies and legislation. The role may evolve to include additional business area specific tasks depending on the direction of the line area over time.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Managing emails, appointments and preparing briefing materials
• Providing guidance, support and quality assurance to staff at lower classification levels
• Assisting with maintaining risk management programs
• Maintaining a well-developed understanding of relevant legislation and policy frameworks
• Scheduling meetings, preparing reports and documents relating to committees and projects
• Organising travel arrangements and supporting official functions on behalf of the General Manager, and other agency staff as directed.
• Providing support with divisional recruitment
• Identifying and contributing to the resolution of issues and problems as they arise

About you

• Australian citizenship is a requirement to be eligible for this position
• Background within disability or Government highly advantageous
• Prior experience in a PA / EA role
• Strong coordination

APPLY

Submit your resume, or for further information please contact 0407 542 822 or email [email protected]