Executive Assistant

1 week ago

Adelaide, South Australia University of Adelaide Full time

(HE06) $92,511 - $99,929 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Full time, fixed term contract until September 2026.

Exciting opportunity for a proactive Executive Assistant to join the Office of Academic and Student Engagement.

The Office of Academic and Student Engagement supports the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic) and DASE's leadership team with administration, executive support, planning, communications, events, project support, and strategic advice.

This role, part of the new Adelaide University portfolio, will work under general direction to provide confidential, high-quality executive administrative support to the inaugural Deputy Vice-Chancellor - Academic and their leadership team.

This position involves office administration, including complex diary management, travel coordination, meeting preparation, and managing electronic and manual filing systems.

To be successful, you will need:

  • Demonstrated ability to support a busy senior executive, including prioritizing workload and showing initiative.
  • Experience supporting a team with finance, HR, and travel responsibilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, and experience in records management systems.
  • Experience supporting meetings, including preparing briefing documents, agendas, and taking minutes.

The path to Adelaide University

We are preparing for the opening of Adelaide University in January 2026, a new institution combining the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, dedicated to accessible, innovative education and research. Learn more about Adelaide University HERE.

Your division's broader role

The Division of Academic and Student Engagement oversees learning and teaching strategies, ensuring quality experiences for students and supporting academic staff development. More at:

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click 'Apply Now' to access the online application. Please submit a resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability and experience for the role, referencing the selection criteria, in no more than 2 pages.

Applications close at 11:55pm on 4 September 2025.

The University may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found.

Eligibility: You must be a current employee of Adelaide University, University of Adelaide, or UniSA at the time of application.

For further information

Contact:

Van Tran-Williams
Senior Executive Officer, Office of Academic and Student Engagement
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Full position description available below.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with disabilities, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who meet the requirements are strongly encouraged to apply. Please advise us of any support or access requirements at application.

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