Secretariat and Executive Support Officer

6 months ago


Canberra, Australia Australian Government Full time

APS Level 5
- Canberra, ACT
- $83,908 - $89,706

**About the Department of Education**
We contribute to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning.

This opportunity is available to **ongoing Department of Education employees** as a:

- Permanent Transfer at Level
- Temporary Transfer at level for up to 6 months
- Temporary Performance Loading for up to 6 months

Noting this job was advertised as a
**Temporary Opportunity on APS Jobs**, this opportunity is also available to
**ongoing APS employees** as a:

- Section 26 Temporary Transfer at level for 6 months
- Section 26 Temporary Transfer at Higher Classification for 6 months

**_Please discuss the possibility of release with your manager before applying._**

**The Role**
Reporting to two Assistant Secretaries in the Transforming Program Administration for Schools and Universities Division, the Secretariat and Executive Support Officer will assist with a range of governance, oversight and coordination activities, engaging with internal and external stakeholders. Duties include managing workflow and coordination, secretariat support including minute taking, diary management, arranging meetings, and assisting with recruitment, procurement and project activities.

**Skills and Capabilities**
We are seeking individuals with the following skills and capabilities:

- Communicates effectively, presenting messages in a clear and concise manner.
- Excellent administrative skills, including ability to meet deadlines with competing priorities and delivering work to a high standard with good attention to detail.
- Foster productive working relationships, by listening to and understanding the needs of others.
- Experience providing secretariat support, including organising meetings, distributing papers and recordings minutes and actions.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to integrity and accountability.

**Eligibility**
**Negative Vetting 1** clearance to undertake the role.

**How to Apply**
- Provide a summary (no more than **300 words**) that outlines your skills, knowledge, and experience and why you should be considered for this vacancy. You should take into consideration the position overview (including any detailed position specific requirements) when drafting your response. Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
- Upload your Resume
- Provide contact details for 2 Referees.

Please refer to the
**Job Information Pack** for more information about the role.

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