Executive Assistant

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 5
Salary: $84,749 - $89,705 plus superannuation
Position No: 27560
Directorate: ACT Health
Advertised (Gazettal date): 21 June 2022
Contact Officer: Dee Chicco on Dee.Chicco@act.gov.au or (02) 5124 9820

Details: The Executive Group Manager, Health System Planning and Evaluation, ACT Health Directorate is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Executive Assistant.

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment of changing priorities? The Executive Group Manager, Health System Planning and Evaluation, ACT Health Directorate is seeking an organised and focussed person for the position of Executive Assistant.

The Executive Assistant works alongside the Executive Officer to ensure the smooth operation of the EGM’s Office. You will apply your knowledge, skills and initiative to provide high level executive support in a pressured working environment. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude and cheery disposition who solves problems in a cool and collected manner, even when under pressure.

Key responsibilities of the position are to support the EGM– which includes proactive diary and email management, responding to correspondence, coordinating and preparing meeting papers, responding to stakeholder enquiries and processing of invoices, while maintaining efficient and effective office systems.

ACT Health Directorate supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: The information below describes the capabilities that are required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Experience in providing high-level administrative and Executive Assistant support to a senior executive in a government environment.
• Proven ability in a wide range of computer applications including Microsoft Office and HPRM/TRIM correspondence management and tracking.
• Sound judgement and the ability to manage sensitive matters appropriately.
• Strong attention to detail.

Note: An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to apply: Please submit a maximum two-page application addressing the Selection Criteria located in the Position Description and provide a current curriculum.

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