Executive Assistant to General Manager

9 February 2025
- Adelaide

**About the Department**:
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
**About the team**:
The Australian Radioactive Waste Agency (ARWA) is leading the responsible management and safe storage and disposal of Australia’s radioactive waste. A key element of ARWA’s
program is the delivery of disposal pathways for Australia’s radioactive waste which will provide purpose-built, highly engineered solutions to manage radioactive waste from sources such as nuclear medicine production.

At ARWA, our dynamic, multidisciplinary team has a unique opportunity to drive the future of Australia’s expertise in safe and secure radioactive waste management, to protect people
and the environment for generations to come. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures. These differences bring challenges and opportunities, and they
will ultimately enhance the delivery of our complex technical work. Our people have the experience and skills to put ARWA at the forefront of the global nuclear waste management
field as we deliver world class facilities for Australia.

**The opportunity**:
The Executive Assistant is responsible for the provision of proactive administrative support, including advice and recommendations, contributing to the resolution of complex and sensitive issues, providing a contact point for internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent will maintain high standards of professionalism to build strong relationships with branch and Agency staff, internal and external stakeholders, while contributing to the preparation and drafting of reports, briefing notes, undertaking minor research and projects, data collection and analysis.

The Executive Assistant is organised and works well in a team and independently to be able to deliver administrative support within tight deadlines. Reporting to the SES, the Executive Assistant will ensure the confidential, timely management and prioritisation of the SES calendar, inbox, and urgent information.

**What’s in it for you?**:

- In my role at ARWA, no two days are the same. I get to work on complex challenges that allow me to think outside the box for solutions. Our culture of learning and ideas-sharing means I’ve had more development opportunities at ARWA than at any other point in my career. I feel lucky to work with many experts in their fields at ARWA. I’m also lucky enough to collaborate with other communications experts in various Australian Government departments right across Australia. ARWA encourages me to find flexible work arrangements that suit my personal life while also supporting me to succeed in my career - Catherine. _

Essential minimum requirements:

- Demonstrated experience arranging and providing high-level support for meetings and functions.
- Proven experience as executive assistant, personal assistant or equivalent to a senior executive.
- Demonstrated effective organisation and time management skills, including the ability to prioritise, manage multiple tasks.
- Present with exceptional professionalism, sound judgement, discretion, motivation, and initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to recognise and deal discreetly with confidential matters and exercise personal integrity.
- Proven ability to effectively work under pressure and to tight time constraint and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, including advanced written and verbal skills, including the ability to foster trust and cooperation and interpret and deliver complex information in a clear and simple manner.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- A valid Australian drivers licence.

**What youll gain from the experience**:
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**What you will do**:

- Provide high level administration support to the SES and the branch including distributing information, prioritising requests, and initiating action, exercising discretion, and maintaining confidentiality to meet strategic and operational busine