Executive Assistant (Office of the Vice-Chancellor)Job no: 517863
Work type: Full-time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Administration & Executive Support
Join a small team and contribute to a premier institution known for its vibrant and innovative environment.Full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.
About the team
The Office of the Vice-Chancellor comprises a small professional team that supports the Vice-Chancellor and Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor in their leadership and management of the University to realize the University's mission. The Office comprises the Vice-Chancellor, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Chief of Staff, and a small team of professional and policy staff.
About the opportunity
As an Executive Assistant within the Vice-Chancellery, you will provide exceptional executive and administrative support under minimal direction. You will be instrumental in managing diary arrangements, office systems, policies, and procedures, ensuring seamless operations. Your expertise will drive the implementation of new office policies and procedures, contributing to a dynamic and fast-paced team.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-level support to the Vice-Chancellery, including meticulous diary management and email assistance.Plan, implement, and coordinate various administrative functions, ensuring a consistent system for issue and resolution tracking.Establish, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and office systems to optimize efficiency.Respond to diverse and complex inquiries, providing innovative solutions to problems.Organize and manage travel bookings with precision.Obtain research materials and ensure timely action, assisting with special projects and the preparation of briefing papers.Liaise with staff and external organizations on sensitive matters, maintaining an awareness of higher education sector issues.About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent, with extensive senior-level administrative experience in a university environment or similar large organization.
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 7 July 2024. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognized Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
We have a globally competitive, gender-neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months of service and 36 weeks after 5 years.We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.Advertised: 27 Jun 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Jul 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time
CRICOS Code: 00126G
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