About this job
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide confidential corporate and administrative support, information and advice to the Manager and other staff across the Division in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, on administrative, financial operational and technical issues and to support strategic outcomes.
- Develop and implement initiatives, policies, processes and systems for effective and efficient administration of the work of the Division
- Maintain personal subject knowledge, technical proficiency and skills appropriate to the role including compliance with appropriate legislation, policies, procedures and protocols
- Liaise with senior management, representatives of business units within the department and other government agencies to ensure the provision of high-quality corporate, administrative, financial and operational support functions.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
- Good communication (written and oral) and facilitating skills.
- Ability to liaise with staff at all levels.
- Advanced computer skill including high proficiency with word processing and spreadsheets.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to perform effectively to meet deadlines.
- Service focussed, as well as an ability to work autonomously.
- High standard of professional presentation.
- Proficient office skills.
- Good team player and ability to follow direction.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. #LI-PRIORITY