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Senior Executive Support Officer
Herston, QLD, 4006
Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within Queensland Health!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/HW689688 |
| Closing date | 23-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time |
| Contact person | Heather Crighton |
| Contact details | (07) 3328 9298 Access the National Relay Service |
What you'll do
As the Senior Executive Support Officer, you will provide high-level, confidential support to the Chief Allied Health Officer and Executive Director, Early Career Reform. You will manage executive diaries, coordinate meetings and events, prepare correspondence, briefs and reports, and oversee communications to ensure the efficient operation of the office. You will build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across Queensland Health, government, universities and the community sector, while exercising sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters. You will also support executive priorities through research, secretariat services, administrative coordination, and advice on financial, human resource, travel and procurement processes. As part of a high-performing team, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, streamline administrative processes, and deliver responsive, professional support to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
About you
We are searching for someone who has:
- Demonstrated experience in providing high-level confidential executive and administrative support, effectively managing the office of a senior executive in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise, negotiate, and consult with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives, managers, and the public, on sensitive and complex issues.
- Proven ability to work autonomously, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines while improving administrative systems, solving complex problems, and leading service improvement initiatives with conceptual and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, adapt to shared responsibilities, and utilise advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, eDRMS, and other relevant tools, while supporting ethical and inclusive workplace practices.
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes
Competitive salaries
- 12.75% superannuation
- 17.5% leave loading
Employee wellbeing
- Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
- Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.
Professional development
- Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
- Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
- Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.
Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.
Ready to apply?
For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.
Documents
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