Executive Assistant

6 months ago


Canberra, Australia Australian National University Full time

**Classification**:ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
**Salary Package**:$89,134 - $102,600 plus 17% superannuation
**Term**: Full Time, Fixed Term (up to 12 months)

**About the Role**
We are seeking an Executive Assistant for up to 12 months to cover a period of parental leave. The position sits within the College Dean's Office and provides administrative and secretarial support to the Dean of CECC at the ANU. The Executive Assistant plays a critical role for the College, acting as a first point of contact for enquiries, undertaking background research and presenting data for executive briefs, providing high quality secretarial support and executive assistance, as well as establishing and maintaining networks and effective relationships across campus. A full list of responsibilities can be found in the attached position description.

**About You**
Working as the EA to the Dean we are looking for someone who:

- Has the ability to anticipate the needs of their executive, and is proactive in supporting these needs
- Is flexible and capable of adjusting priorities
- Enjoys working in a small team
- Is always listening and looking for ways to continuously improve
- Has strong written and verbal communication skills
- Enjoys being organised
- Is discreet when it comes to accessing confidential information

**About Us**
ANU is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally.
ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers. Ranked in the top 30 universities globally, the first Australian university to be recognised in this elite tier, ANU continues to be an academic resource for the whole of Australia.

About CECC: CECC brings together expertise in social, technical, computational, ecological and scientific systems to build a new approach to systems design and build new national capabilities in data-driven policy and business development. CECC is one of seven colleges at the ANU and undertakes research and provides education in the broad disciplines of engineering, technology and computer science. We are a vibrant and diverse community of more than three thousand students, staff and visitors. Our College comprises three schools: the School of Computing, the School of Cybernetics and the School of Engineering.

**What we can offer you**
Our staff enjoy some amazing employee benefits including:

- ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases.
- We support flexible, hybrid working arrangements, with access to our beautiful, green campus and working remotely.
- We value your work life balance, with standard 7-hour work days, paid December shut-down period, purchase leave and cultural leave
- We offer discounted study, with 75% off ANU courses for staff and 25% for your spouse and children (see eligibility).
- We have many professional development initiatives including training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.
- We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements. We offer generous paid parental leave entitlements for up to 32 weeks.
- We have on-site Gyms with staff discounts as well as oval spaces and ANU sports clubs.
- We are a family friendly campus with access to childcare facilities, designated parent rooms and quiet spaces.
- ANU offers salary sacrificing benefits including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more
- We offer affordable onsite parking with salary sacrificing options.
- ANU has a supporting, challenging and motivating culture.
- We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all backgrounds and identities.
- We care about your wellbeing, with access to additional leave, the Employee Assistance Program, vaccinations and health insurance plan options.

**How to Apply**
- A current curriculum vitae (CV) including the names and contact details of three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor).
- A statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 3 pages.

**Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.



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