Aps4 Executive Asistant

6 days ago

Canberra, Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Full time

APS 4 - $74,882 - $81,521 per annum plus superannuation
- Bulk Recruitment (across Divisions) DAFF Division
- Canberra
- ACT

**Affirmative measure - Indigenous employment **-** **The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

**Who we are**
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) is committed to the growth and sustainability of Australia’s agriculture, fisheries, and forestry sectors. We partner with industry and government to enhance productivity, profitability, and resilience across these vital areas. Our focus spans agriculture, fisheries management, forest conservation, biosecurity, and climate change. Together, we’re safeguarding the future of rural communities and ensuring the prosperity of Australia’s primary industries.

**The Opportunity**
DAFF is seeking skilled Executive Assistants (APS4) across various branches and divisions. As a key player in our team, you’ll provide vital administrative support to Senior Executives, gaining unique insights into the diverse work we do. This role offers multiple career pathways within the department, allowing you to grow and advance.

**What you’ll do**
- Diary & Travel Coordination: Schedule appointments, manage diaries, and organize travel logistics.
- Meeting and Secretariat Support: Prepare materials and minutes, coordinate logistics, and ensure smooth meeting operations.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Engage with stakeholders, including the Minister’s Office, and assist with general inquiries.
- Team Support: Collaborate with the executive group, ensuring core business hours are covered.

**What We’re Looking For**
We value experience in supporting senior executives or providing high-level administrative assistance in fast-paced environments.
- Customer Focus: A strong service orientation with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and work areas efficiently.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in your work and adaptability to shifting business needs.
- Digital Experience: Competence in Microsoft Office with MS Teams experience.
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across locations.
- Professionalism: Consistently displaying professionalism in all aspects of the role with commitment to the APS Values and Code of Conduct.

**Eligibility and other requirements**
- Citizenship To be eligible for employment with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry you must be an Australian citizen.
- Security Clearance These roles require a **Baseline **security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
- Pre-employment Check Your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period of 6 months.

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