Assistant Director

2 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia Australian Government - Department of Education Full time

Executive Level 1
- Canberra, ACT
- $115,996 - $128,200

**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 12 months
- Temporary Performance Loading for 12 months

Noting this job was advertised as a
**Temporary Opportunity on APS Jobs**, this opportunity is also available to
**ongoing APS employees** as a:
**_Please discuss the possibility of release with your manager before applying._**

**The Role**

The Education Ministers Meeting (EMM) Support Team is seeking an EL1 Assistant Director. The team provides secretariat support for EMM as well as the Minister for Education and the department’s executive to effectively represent the Australian Government at multi-jurisdictional forums.

Reporting to the Director and being responsible for leading a small team, you will build and maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the Minister for Education, and department executives are well supported throughout the meeting cycle. You will also be required to oversee the management of papers being considered by committee members and assist staff in managing the flow of papers and responses to the relevant secretariats.

Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to handle complex tasks and shifting priorities.

**Skills and Capabilities**
- excellent judgment, an ability to prioritise activities in a rapidly changing work environment
- excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- resilience, flexibility and a pragmatic approach
- the ability to work autonomously and with initiative
- strong writing and analytical skills
- the ability to supervise and guide staff in day-to-day activities
- an understanding, or ability to attain an understanding of the group and department’s strategic objectives and the Government’s policy priorities.

**Eligibility**

**How to Apply**
- Provide a summary (no more than 400 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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