Executive Support Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)
Salary package: $87,570- $95,530 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time, Continuing

The Position
This is a key role in a friendly, motivated team providing high-level administrative support to both the School Director and Manager as well as acting as the first point of contact within the School and College for a wide range of administrative matters.  This position is based at Mount Stromlo Observatory, headquarters of the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and is part of the College of Science and Medicine Administration Team. 

The Person
We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and clients. Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management are key. We are looking for someone who can provide accurate policy advice and coach clients through detailed processes.

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The College

The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the disciplines of: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment and Society, Mathematics, Physics, and Science Communication and is also home to a number of cross-disciplinary and specialist Institutes and Centres.  Staff and students within the ANU College of Science and Medicine conduct research and deliver a research-led education program that encompasses the breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities. 

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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.

For more information about the position please contact School Manager, Mat Malzacher on T: +61 2 6125 0226 E:  mgr.rsaa@anu.edu.au. 

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.