Role type: Full Time; Continuing Department : Office of the Provost Salary: UOM 6- $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super Support Indigenous leadership and drive strategic initiatives and shape university's future Apply now to provide crucial support to Indigenous leadership, shaping the future of education and research at a prestigious university Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As the Executive Assistant to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous) at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting strategic initiatives that enhance Indigenous education, research, and community engagement. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll ensure the operational efficiency of the DVC's office, managing complex schedules, correspondence, and high-level meetings. This role offers you the chance to contribute to transformative work in Indigenous higher education, leveraging your exceptional organisational skills and cultural competency. You'll be at the heart of initiatives that shape the University's commitment to Indigenous excellence, collaborating with diverse stakeholders and supporting critical decision-making processes. Your responsibilities will include: Manage Executive Operations: Coordinate appointments, prepare documentation, and handle correspondence for the DVC Indigenous. Provide High-Level Support: Draft correspondence, reports, and other documents with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism. Facilitate Governance: Offer secretariat support to Boards and Committees, ensuring efficient meeting management and follow-up. Liaise with Stakeholders: Develop effective relationships with senior University personnel and key external clients. You may be a great fit if: You are an experienced executive assistant with strong cultural competency, capable of providing high-level support in a dynamic university environment while demonstrating sensitivity to Indigenous perspectives and priorities. You may also: Have substantial experience in a similar role supporting senior executives. Demonstrate sound judgment, diplomacy, and discretion in handling sensitive information. Show exceptional organisational skills, able to prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Be action-oriented, versatile, and self-motivated with strong initiative. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – Office of the Provost Led by the Provost, the Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for education and community contained in the Advancing Melbourne strategy. The Office of the Provost sits alongside other divisions (Research, International, Strategy & Culture) within Chancellery. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. For recruitment queries, email Walid hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 8th January 2026 12:01 AM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-007146 Executive Assistant PD.docx