2-3 month labour hire contract for an experienced APS Executive Assistant
Your new company
This Federal Government Agency is seeking an experienced APS Executive Assistant for a short-term labour hire contract.
Your new role
As an APS5 Executive Assistant, you will provide high‐level administrative and executive support to a First Assistant Secretary. You will be responsible for managing competing priorities in a fast‐paced environment while exercising sound judgement, discretion and initiative.
Key responsibilities may include:
* Managing executive diaries, correspondence and email inboxes
* Preparing briefing materials, meeting papers and high‐quality documentation
* Coordinating meetings, travel and logistics
* Acting as a key point of contact between executives, internal stakeholders and external partners
* Contributing to team planning, process improvement and administrative best practice
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
* Significant experience as an APS5 Executive Assistant from within the APS providing executive‐level administrative support in a complex environment
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* High attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital workflow systems
* Initiative, adaptability and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* An understanding of, or ability to quickly adapt to, the APS environment and values
What you'll get in return
In return for your contribution, you will receive an hourly rate that equates to your skills and experience at the APS5 level. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. A hybrid working arrangement may be considered.
What you need to do now
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