Research And Executive Support Officer

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE896504This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing in July with possible extension.The Role and our BranchWe encourage all applicants with diverse professional experiences to apply.Midwest Education Regional Office is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Research and Executive Support Officer.The successful applicant will provide administrative support to the Director of Education, Midwest including coordination and preparation of correspondence, travel and accommodation arrangements and scheduling of appointments.They will be required to liaise with internal and external clients including, the Minister's Office, school, Regional and Central Office staff, senior staff of other agencies, parents and members of the public on a diverse range of issues.This role will require you to conduct research and investigations, including background on school issues, library and internet research, and review of relevant professional journals, newspapers and media statements for issues of interest and importance.In addition, you will administer and monitor the Regional Office contingency budget, including payment of accounts, organisation of corporate credit card statements and payment vouchers, arrangement of quotations and monitoring of travel expenditure.Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education attracts a range of attractive benefits including: 11 percent employer contributions to superannuationMore than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave Cultural DiversityThe Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Your written application will be assessed against the following Selection Criteria: Demonstrated knowledge and considerable experience in the delivery of administration support services, including the ability to provide executive support to senior managers.Demonstrated sound oral and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with senior managers and internal and external clients on a wide range of issues.Demonstrated sound financial management skills with the ability to interpret, report and apply financial practices and procedures.Demonstrated sound written skills with the ability to prepare correspondence, minutes and briefing notes.Demonstrated sound research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative to identify priorities and meet conflicting timelines.For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the JDF.It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.All inquiries are welcomed.