Job description
18 month role for an experienced Executive Assistant based in Darwin!
Your new company
You will be working with a federal government department. This department is tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia. Currently seeking an Executive Assistant to join their busy team for an 18-month temporary assignment.
Your new role
As an Executive Assistant, you will be responsible for providing efficient and effective high-level management support services and strategic advice to an Executive Member. In addition, your key duties are as follows:
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
Identifying and contributing to the resolution of issues and problems as they arise.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you must have:
Proven Executive Assistant or Executive Support experience
Previous government, disability, or healthcare industry experience is a plus!
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong prioritisation and time management skills
High attention to detail
Proficiency in using MS Office Suite
Requirements
Australian Citizen
Valid Working with Children’s Check (WWC) or ability to obtain one
Ability to complete a security check/clearance
What you'll get in return
Weekly Pay Cycles
18-Month assignment
Government Opportunity
$43.82 per hour plus super
Supportive Consultant throughout the process
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Taquin.Zahra@hays.com.au or call 08 8943 6016.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new opportunity, please contact Hays for a confidential discussion about the next steps in your career.
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