Executive Assistant

Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)
Salary package: $85,434 - $93,200 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 12 months)

• Work with a small, professional team
• Liaise with a broad variety of stakeholders
• A role with more variety than you might expect

Position overview

The ANU Research School of Earth Sciences is Australia’s leading academic research institution for Earth sciences, home to the largest concentration of Earth scientists in Australia. Our cutting-edge research is led by our academic staff, and provides an unparalleled environment for high-quality research training of our graduate students. Our people and facilities are also the foundation for our vision to deliver world-class research-led undergraduate teaching in the Earth sciences.

We offer our professional staff a dynamic and flexible working environment with excellent training and career development opportunities, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, inclusive team.

The Research School of Earth Sciences is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Executive Assistant to provide support to the Director and School Manager, working closely with the Administration team and liaising effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will be proactive and flexible, with excellent communication skills and a proven professional approach.

For more information, please contact Geoff Pearson on E: sm.rses@anu.edu.au or T: +61 2 61252487

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Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Please note: The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.