Securing Australia - protecting its people. Job Vacancies Executive Assistant AE5 to AE6 (APS5 to APS6 equivalent) Job type: ASIO Employment Register Location: Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Category: Ongoing - Permanent Job reference: 02220222023 Salary: $87,344 - $112,037 Closing date: 18-Mar-2024 The opportunity
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient. ASIO is seeking high performing Executive Assistants at various levels to establish a merit pool and fill vacant positions. This Employment Register will be open for 12 months. Role responsibilities
As an AE5-AE6 Executive Assistant you will provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to SES officers and their group, division and/or branch. You will: Manage and coordinate calendars and work schedules and arrange travel. Prioritise tasks in accordance with expectations. Respond to incoming and outgoing communications. Prepare, collate and manage the timely distribution of meeting papers, meeting minutes, reports and briefs. Work collaboratively with the broader senior leadership team and other executive assistants.
Key attributes
Excellent administration and organisational skills with attention to detail. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to coordinate tasks effectively, multi-task and prioritise workloads in order of importance. An exceptional level of professionalism, initiative and the ability to self-direct.
Benefits
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including: A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a Top Secret security clearance at the highest level. Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent. A variety of leave options, including four weeks annual leave. Flexible working hours/arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance (please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options may not be available). Seven staff-led diversity and inclusion networks. Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Eligibility
To be eligible for the role, you must: Be an Australian citizen. Be assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a Top Secret security clearance at the highest level.
Preferred location
Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne. How to apply
Click on 'Apply online' to commence your application. Your application must include the following: A written pitch of up to 500 words detailing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the position. An up-to-date CV, no more than two pages in length.
All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. Selection Criteria
With reference to ASIO's People Capability Framework and with consideration to the position description and classification level you are applying for, demonstrate what you bring to the position in relation to the criteria below: Strategic thinking. Achieving results. Productive working relationships. Personal drive and integrity. Communicate with influence. Demonstrated skills and experience.
Please note: it is not necessary to address each sub heading of the selection criteria individually in your application. Closing date and time
Your application will remain current on this employment register until Monday 18 March 2024 at 5:00pm AEDT. Employment conditions
Employment is under the ASIO Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available. Enquiries
If you require further information, please contact ASIO Recruitment at
or phone 02 6257 4916. More information
For more information about ASIO, please visit: asio.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr
