Executive Officer

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Administration)
Salary package: Competitive salary package plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing

About the role
The Executive Officer provides high level executive support and strategic advice and information, contributing to the efficient and effective delivery of the Advancement’s operations and mission. The position is a key strategic position within the Office of the Vice-President, Advancement (OVPA) and provides leadership to the strategic planning, risk mitigation and advisory functions within the OVPA. This position provides high level strategic advice to the Vice-President, Advancement and Advancement senior leadership, other members of the University Executive and College leadership, and key internal and external stakeholders as required. The Executive Officer is also responsible for overseeing the administrative operations of the OVPA, working closely with the local administrative team.

About us
ANU Advancement provides leadership and support across the University in developing meaningful and sustainable relationships with ANU alumni, donors and the broader community, securing long-term philanthropic investment and ensuring the strong management of existing philanthropic funds and accountability to the university’s donors.  This is achieved through directing activity exclusively towards supporting, amplifying, and propelling the University’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives, in service to its ever-changing priorities and areas of greatest need. ANU Advancement's mission is to build meaningful and enduring connections with our community and pair the passions of generous people with the outstanding work of our university.

Our ideal candidate 

• An all-rounder who enjoys a fast-paced role with lots of variety. 
• Strong demonstrated office management and executive support experience. 

For further information, please contact Alex Furman, Vice-President Advancement: Alex.Furman@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 on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

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

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages).
• 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.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria will 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.