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Executive Support Officer
Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of PermanencyCloses: 04 November 2024Details: Wanniassa School is seeking a highly motivated, well organised and self-directed Executive Support Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for improving school-wide processes and discrete projects, driving the school's communication strategy and managing the Principal's workflow and supporting the senior leaders with operational activities.
This role requires creativity, initiative, discretion and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will be a strong communicator with exceptional written skills. They will be professional, approachable and take pride in achieving quality outcomes within tight timeframes.
If you are looking to join a high functioning team with a balance between individual projects and strategic team goals, that makes a meaningful impact in a school community, we encourage you to apply. In turn you will be rewarded with a supportive environment that grows its people, flexible work arrangements over the school holiday periods and excellent remuneration.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other requirements: Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au).
Highly Desirable: Qualification or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Communications or similar role.Qualifications or equivalent experience in office practices and procedures.Skilled user of Microsoft Office suite and/or Google Workspace.Familiarity with Canva, Sentral and other school software.First Aid qualification or a willingness to undertake appropriate training.Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until November 2025 with the possibility of permanency. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: We encourage you to discuss this role with the contact officer prior to submitting your application. Please submit your response of no more than three pages addressing the Selection Criteria considering the position overview, together with your curriculum vitae and names of two referees. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role by including examples that clearly demonstrate your relevant skills, knowledge and behavioural capabilities. If invited to interview, you may choose to bring a portfolio, artifacts or other examples of publications, promotional or community engagement materials you have developed.
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