APS6 Secretariat position available. 6-month permanent in Federal Government with the possibility of extension
**Your new company**
This Federal Government Statutory Authority is committed to implementing the Government's policies and programs to improve the lives of people. Currently they are seeking an APS6 Secretariat to join their team.
**Your new role**
You will provide Secretariat and administrative support to a small team. The team perform secretariat, administrative, financial, and contract management support to the Committee which has responsibility for the men and women who have served Australia in times of war and conflict as well as peacetime. You will engage with the Committee on a day-to-day basis. You will have a strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to foster professional relationships whilst building rapport.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience in a similar position within Federal Government or equivalent. As well as this, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience performing coordination for committees or secretariat duties.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- The ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Experience and expertise in new policy development, design, and implementation.
- Highly developed organisational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- The ability to foster professional working relationships whilst building rapport and trust.
- Manage effective and productive working relationships with internal staff, senior executives and external stakeholders throughout relevant jurisdictions and the Commonwealth.
**What you'll need to succeed**
To be eligible for this position you will need to be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and maintain a Federal Government Security Clearance (Baseline, NV1 or NV2)
**What you'll get in return**
In return for your dedication and drive you'll be rewarded with:
- An attractive hourly rate contract with option for extension
- An opportunity to showcase and build your career
- Excellent support provided by a dynamic and collaborative team environment
**What you need to do now**
+61 2 6279 7438 to discuss further.
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