Executive Assistant

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We currently have a Permanent Full-Time position available to fill.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Position Profile:
We are seeking a suitably experienced and dynamic person to join us in the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Office.

The successful candidate will provide a professional level of secretarial and administrative support to the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer and Senior Nursing and Midwifery Officers, undertaking research as required within an environment of competing priorities and constant adjustment.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Coordinate and manage the diary appointments and meetings for the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence. Prioritising incoming and other confidential correspondence. Re-direct urgent calls and correspondence to appropriate Nursing and Midwifery Officers and coordinate a response as appropriate in the absence of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer.
• Anticipate the needs of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer in relation to forthcoming meetings and events and make appropriate advance arrangements
• Assist with the investigation research and responses to issues referred to the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer for attention including briefing notes and Ministerials.

Employee Benefits:
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria:
Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Eligibility to Apply:
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

For Further Job Related Information:
We encourage you to contact Catherine Barratt, A/Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer on

Application Instructions
: Applicants are requested to apply online.

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.

**Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.**