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Form of workJames Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
We now have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Support Officer to join our Academy Division.- Full time, continuing position
- Based at our Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus in picturesque tropical North Queensland
- $102,460 - $117,657 per annum with up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits
Working closely with the Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC), Academy you will provide high-level executive, business, and engagement support in alignment with the University’s strategic plans and business objectives. You will be the driving force behind high-level communications and information management for the Academy, as you prepare planning documents, proposals, submissions, papers, and speeches, using your keen eye for detail to ensure timeliness, appropriate tone, and style. As an experienced business professional, you will inform decision-making and policy formation by researching critical matters and providing expert advice to the DVC Academy and senior leadership team. You will maintain a strategic stakeholder network that fosters productive engagement across University, community, industry, and government bodies. From executive-level business activities to high-profile events and projects, you will be the master coordinator behind the scenes. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our University and the communities we serve.
Why JCU?
JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other exclusive benefits including;
- A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave
- 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year
- Flexible working options
- Attractive options for salary packaging
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing professional development support
- Staff study assistance
- Access to online media subscriptions
- Corporate discount on health insurance premiums
- Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym and childcare.
- Our People - Our staff, students, and the communities we serve
- Our Education - Knowledge has the power to change lives
- Our Place – the Tropics and beyond
- Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation
- As a passionate and skilled business professional you will hold a relevant degree qualification with extensive experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience in executive level stakeholder engagement and proven ability to develop high-quality written documentation for government and large-scale organisations.
- Demonstrated experience in implementing business development strategies to meet operational and strategic objectives.
- Demonstrated high-level verbal communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to maintain working relationships, including demonstrated ability to consult and liaise with varying levels of stakeholders to achieve outcomes for the organisation.
- Exceptional organisational, problem solving and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet competing deadlines, and an established record of exercising judgement and initiative to develop sound solutions to complex issues.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Apply now and let your skills shine on our path to excellence! Visit the Careers at JCU website and submit your application online.
Vacancy Reference Number 18816
Applications close Thursday 22 February at 11:59PM AEST.
