Executive Assistant - Support a Mission That Matters
Help protect one of the world's greatest natural treasures while advancing your career.
We are seeking an Executive Assistant professional to provide high-level support to the General Manager – Marine Park Operations, working to deliver priorities of the Branch, and the Reef Authority more broadly.
The Executive Assistant works closely and collaboratively with the Branch leadership team, their sections, and the Branch Business Manager. The position thereby actively contributes to the overall efficiencies and deliverables of the Branch often in an environment of changing priorities. The position prioritises and coordinates the day-to-day timeframes required of the branch and section deliverables and is an office-based position to ensure operational requirements are met.
Working positively and effectively with senior executives, this role will see you building and maintaining relationships across the branch, the organisation and departmental-wide teams, external stakeholders and collaboratively with other executive assistants for successful outcomes.
This APS4 position is perfect for a natural organiser who enjoys independence and wants to contribute to a world-class organisation. Join us in a supportive environment where your executive assistant talents directly enable the protection of the Great Barrier Reef.
What's in it for you
Contribute directly to the protection of the Great Barrier Reef
Join an inclusive, mission‑driven Commonwealth agency
Work alongside supportive senior leaders and a collaborative team
Meaningful, varied work with opportunities to demonstrate initiative
Stability, purpose and work that genuinely makes a difference
What you'll bring
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent written, interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills
Professional judgement, discretion and a composed presence
High attention to detail and a commitment to quality output
Confidence liaising across all levels of the organisation
Experience with executive support, administration or public sector operations
Qualifications in Business or Administration (desirable)
About Us
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Reef Authority) is a Commonwealth non-corporate entity, and a statutory agency established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 (Marine Park Act), reporting to the Minister for the Environment and Water. Our objective is the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef for all Australians and the international community through the care and development of the Marine Park.
Managing a reef roughly the size of Italy demands many skills and talents, so you don't have to be a marine biologist to contribute to our mission. From finance to marketing roles, we have a team almost as diverse as the ecosystem we protect. Our commitment and dedication to the Great Barrier Reef and the Australian public have a long-lasting impact, and we are looking for individuals who can bring their unique skills, experience, and knowledge to our high-performing and inclusive organisation.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a proactive, detail‑focused professional who wants your skills to support a world‑class organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and play your part in protecting the Great Barrier Reef.