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Executive Support Officer

Executive Support Officer

  • 563761
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Continuing
  • Closing at: Oct 25 2026 - 23:55 AEDT

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $100,847 - $116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing

In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80

Position overview

Working closely with senior leaders, you will manage priorities, coordinate diaries and meetings, prepare high-quality documentation, and ensure the smooth flow of information and workflow across the portfolio. The role requires strong judgement, discretion and the ability to anticipate needs, manage competing demands, and maintain a high standard of professionalism at all times.

As part of a collaborative executive support team, you will contribute to the effective operation of the senior leadership office and work closely with colleagues across the University to support day-to-day business.

For further information please contact Kate Bisshop-Witting, Education Director, at Director DVC Education Director.DVCE@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 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 preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

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