We’re looking for an organised, proactive and motivated Executive Support Officer to join the Strategic Initiatives and Innovation team.
If you're ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the Role:

As the Executive Services Officer you will:

• Provide efficient and confidential administrative and executive support to School Supervisor, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation and wider team.
• Prepare, coordinate and disseminate relevant information liaising with a diverse range of departmental clients and community bodies on behalf of the School Supervisor, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation.

Responsibilities Include:

• Maintain effective time management practices for the School Supervisor, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation. including managing diary appointments, prioritising correspondence and screening telephone calls.
• Arrange appointments, meetings and conferences including venues, business and travel arrangements, accommodation, and receive visitors and delegations to the School Supervisor, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation.
• Develop, implement and review executive support systems and procedures within the branch.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality in all correspondence and administrative documents, using appropriate software programs and adhering to departmental standards.
• Provide administrative support to the Strategic Initiatives and Innovation team.
• Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate

The Executive Services Officer reports to Manager, Strategic Initiatives and Innovation.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
• Attach 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CO660565_25E - Role Description (PDF, 177KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants