Executive Assistant

2 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Hays Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
Your new company
This is a central Government Agency that delivers policies and legislation regarding the standards and requirements within the Australian Public Service. They also have a key focus on well being and equality within the APS as well as private enterprise.

Your new role
This is a critical role where you will perform as an APS4 Executive Assistant to perform duties inclusive of, but not limited to the following;
Diary management and associated meeting arrangements including coordinating briefings;
  • Managing incoming correspondence including emails, briefs, letters and appointment requests;
  • Receiving and screening of telephone calls to ensure appropriate and timely responses;
  • Managing and establishing strong stakeholder relationships both internally and externally;
  • Coordinating travel allowances and reimbursements;
  • Maintaining records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures;
  • Managing items via the Department's Ministerial correspondence and Cabinet document tracking systems;
  • Actively supporting the Department's Executive Assistant Network.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you must have past experience working as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant or have transferable skills.
You must be proficient in the above listed skills and be will to work in a high profile team Australian Citizenship is mandatory and you must be willing to fulfil all onboarding requirements and have the ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Government Security Clearance (Baseline, NV1 or NV2)

What you'll get in return
In the role of an Executive Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work in a high profile team and receive personal and professional development, flexibility will also be negotiable once you have established yourself within the team.

This role is offered as an initial 3 month contract with long term extension options and permanency.

Candidates who are permanently engaged within the APS and are seeking a permanent transfer (Section 26) are also encouraged to apply.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to or call
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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