Executive Support Officer

A career that truly makes a difference | Executive Support Officer

Davies Stewart is proud to partner with a leading government agency dedicated to building a world-class public education system here in South Australia. Every child and young person deserves a great education, and this organisation is committed to ensuring that our communities and our state thrive.

This is a unique employment opportunity to join a passionate team and play a pivotal role in making a tangible impact on the future of our state.

We are seeking a high-calibre Executive Support Officer to join the Communications directorate. This isn't just an administrative job; it's a critical support role that sits at the heart of the team, enabling the Director of Communications to focus on strategic outcomes. If you are a highly experienced and discreet professional with exceptional organisational and communication skills, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

As the Executive Support Officer, you will provide comprehensive, high-level, and confidential support to the Director. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Executive and Administrative Support: Managing the Director's complex diary, coordinating meetings, and arranging travel. You'll be the first point of contact, ensuring all correspondence, documents, and reports are meticulously prepared and managed.
• HR and Project Coordination: Providing crucial human resources support, including recruitment coordination and onboarding. You'll also undertake minor projects and research, sourcing and analysing data to help implement key initiatives.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management: Acting as a key liaison between the Director and senior executives, proactively managing urgent requests and ensuring the team is informed of emerging issues and opportunities.
• Operational Excellence: Overseeing the delivery of all administrative services, maintaining effective records and databases, and contributing to the development of new policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.

What you'll bring to the role

We are searching for a candidate with a proven track record in a similar Executive Support position within a complex environment. You will possess:

• Demonstrated experience delivering confidential executive support, including expert-level diary management and providing secretariat support to committees.
• A proactive and professional approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and manage multiple priorities with a calm and methodical demeanour.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft high-quality correspondence and build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• A strong understanding of human resource processes and an ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

This is more than just a job; it\'s an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission in Adelaide. If you are a dedicated and experienced professional looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Apply Now

To register your interest, please forward your current resume and cover letter via the application link.

Your confidential application will be acknowledged by email and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone from the Davies Stewart team.

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