Executive Assistant to The Deputy Vice-chancellor

2 weeks ago


Perth, Australia Curtin University of Technology Full time

Salary level negotiable depending qualifications and experience + 17% super
- Full time, continuing (permanent) opportunity
- Supportive and collaborative team, excellent working conditions

**Job Reference: 1196733**

**Your new role**

As an Executive Assistant, you will be a highly trusted individual, able to work within a motivated and high-performing team, supporting the University’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic. You will provide comprehensive and proactive executive administrative support and ensure the seamless continuity of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor’s, Academic activities. You will be responsible for the accurate and flexible diary management of a demanding and dynamic work schedule, including managing travel and accommodation bookings and itineraries. In addition, you will act as the first point of contact for correspondence and visitors, and you will ensure the coordination of high-level meetings, functions, and events.

**We are looking for someone with**:

- Proven experience as a Personal or Executive Assistant.
- High level of professionalism with a demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.
- Outstanding interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple and competing tasks.
- Strong attention to accuracy and detail, and ability to work to deadlines.
- High proficiency in diary management and travel co-ordination across different time zones.
- Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products.
- Relevant qualifications and/or experience in an educational context will be highly regarded.
- High standard of professional behaviour consistent with the University Code of Conduct and Vision, Mission, and Values.

**As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered.**

**Why Choose Us?**

Our staff are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide Australia and the world with quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a friendly place where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are a part of everyday life.

Our vibrant Bentley campus includes a gym, childcare, medical centre, art gallery, hotel, endless food options including a supermarket, beautiful gardens, end-of-trip facilities, accessible parking, and excellent public transport connections.
- **Global Excellence**: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
- **Adaptable Work Environment**: Embrace flexibility with a role based at our Bentley campus.
- **Rewards Beyond Salary**: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise.
- **Time Well-Spent**: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
- **Recognition for Prior Service**: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution.

**Join us**

Please provide a cover letter, and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

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**Applications close**: 11:30am AWST, Monday 15 April 2024.



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