AddressJob reference: 592648
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Role Status: Full-Time Ongoing Vacancy
Remuneration: ASO4 ($75,430 - $79,070p.a.) + 11% Superannuation
Role Details
Are you vibrant, resourceful and efficient? Do you thrive in a high-paced environment?
The Department for Child Protection is seeking an Office Manager and Executive Assistant to join the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer on a full-time ongoing basis.
The role is responsible for:
- Providing comprehensive personal and confidential secretarial, administrative and project support service to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
- Overseeing the management of records within the Office of the CHRO and liaising with staff in the Office of the Chief Executive to facilitate efficient workflow.
- Liaising with all levels of the public and private sector, Senior Departmental Officers and Ministerial Offices on behalf of the CHRO.
- Facilitating the office management requirements of the HR Directorate, as well as monitoring telephone calls and managing a dynamic diary.
About You
We are looking for a well-organised individual with excellent customer service skills and a proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
You will have experience providing high quality executive support in a confidential manner, having dealt with highly sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy.
Excellent time management skills, a significant attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and high volumes of work will be key to your success.
For the opportunity to undertake meaningful work within the centre of the department’s HR Directorate, apply today!
To Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the following questions:
- Describe a time when you had to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. How did you prioritise your workload, and what strategies did you use to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently? (Up to 350 words)
- Communication is a crucial aspect of the Executive Assistant role. Can you provide an example of a challenging communication situation you've encountered in a previous position, and how you navigated it to ensure clear and effective communication between parties? (Up to 350 words)
About the Business
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.
Special Conditions
To find out more about this role, including the desired capabilities and special conditions, please click on the attached role description.
Enquiries: Billie-Jo Barbara, Chief Human Resources Officer on 0421 897 *** or email: ***************@sa.gov.au
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQI+ communities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
To apply for this role, please click the 'apply' button to be re-directed to the DCP Career Portal.
Applications close: 14/05/2024 11:00 PM
Attachments:
- Role Description - Office Manager & EA to the CHRO - ASO4.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
