Executive Assistant

Classification: ANU Officer Grade 5 (Administration)
Salary package: $77,399 - $84,434 per annum including 17% superannuation
Term: Part-time, Continuing (Contingent Funded), up to 15 months

• Regular travel to Goulburn may be required for the role.
• Role can be based in any of the following locations: Canberra, Goulburn, Cooma, Bega, Batemans Bay, Moruya, Young, Cowra.

College overview

ANU has an international reputation for research and education relevant to the health and well-being of the population of Australia, as well as that of the developing world. This is achieved through discovery research, applied research in health service settings, research-led teaching in health and medical sciences, and the translation of research findings into practice and policy. The ANU College of Health and Medicine (CHM) encompasses a tradition of research excellence that has fostered four Nobel Laureates and trains leaders in science, medicine, health and the environment in Research Schools consistently ranked among the top performers in the world in their various fields. The College is committed to solving problems through fundamental and applied scientific research and improving health outcomes for people in Australia and around the world.  The College houses three Research Schools - the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR); the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health (NCEPH) and the School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP).

School overview

The ANU School of Medicine and Psychology (SMP) works to advance human health and wellbeing, enhancing the lives of individuals and strengthening communities, including those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples, in the ACT, NSW and beyond. By integrating the disciplines of medicine and psychology we aim to unlock the secrets of health and wellbeing, develop impactful therapies, solve national and international health problems, and lead impactful social change. To do this we conduct collaborative, courageous, transformational and translational research, integrating perspectives, knowledge and techniques from multiple disciplines. We develop excellent, adaptable, resilient and innovative clinicians, academics and health care leaders of the future who work in partnership with their patients and colleagues to provide optimal care for individuals while strengthening the stem and society they work in. We partner with discovery-focused and population researchers, healthcare providers, government, commercial and not for profit organisations and communities.

The ANU rural medicine program, delivered through the Rural Clinical School (RCS), provides access to medical education for students from rural locations, and offers rural learning experiences for all students in the MChD program. The RCS is funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health as part of the Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training Program (RHMTP). The RCS enables medical students to undertake part of their training through rural placements in six rural campuses throughout SE NSW, in Bega, Cooma, Eurobodalla, Goulburn, Young and Cowra. By providing positive rural experiences, the RCS aims to encourage medical graduates to pursue careers in rural clinical practice. The RCS also undertakes rurally focused research and engages with local communities to support health professionals who are working in these communities.

Position overview

RCS is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant (part time) to assist RCS Head providing executive-level administrative support and acting as a first point of contact for a broad range of administrative tasks relating to day-to-day activities. providing executive-level administrative support and acting as a first point of contact for a broad range of administrative tasks relating to day-to-day activities.

For more information, please contact Christina Vett (CV), E: christina.vett@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant via: indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

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.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate 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.