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Executive Assistant

Australian National University
Canberra, ACT
A$95,987-$110,489 p/a
Administration & Office Support → Administrative Assistants
Full-time
On-site

Posted 13 days ago


Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $95,987 - $110,489 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing

Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO67_Executive Assistant.pdf

  • Competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loading
  • Flexible working arrangements and generous personal, parental and cultural leave
  • Located at our Acton campus in Canberra

Position overview

About Us
ANU Marketing and Communications (AMC) oversees the University's brand identity, media relations, corporate communications, major events and external engagement. AMC is led by the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer (CMCO) who provides strategic advice to the Vice-Chancellor, Executive and the Council on corporate affairs matters.

The Role
The Executive Assistant to the CMCO provides high level administrative support to meet evolving priorities, ensuring the efficient management of the CMCO’s schedule and the effective delivery of administrative operations. This role also involves close collaboration with the Office of the Chief Operating Officer to ensure smooth and consistent strategic and administrative functions across the University.

The Person
As our ideal candidate, you will have demonstrated experience in providing high level administrative and executive support and ability to ensure the efficient day-to-day operations of the Office of the CMCO. You will develop and maintain relationships both internally within the University, including with the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, and externally with stakeholders, demonstrating discretion, sound judgement and diplomacy to effectively manage these relationships.

For further information please contact Thomasina Henriquez, Executive Officer to the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer T: +61 2 6125 6885, E: [email protected].

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [email protected]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A statement addressing the selection criteria (no more than two pages).
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
  • Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 14 October 2025 11.55pm (Canberra time)


About Australian National University

Acton, ACT, Australia

ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital city, Canberra. Our location points to our unique history, ties to the Australian Government and special standing as a resource for the Australian people.

Our focus on research as an asset, and an approach to education, ensures our graduates are in demand the world-over for their abilities to understand, and apply vision and creativity to addressing complex contemporary challenges.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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