Job description
Executive Assistant – Government Sector - 6 month initial contract with view to extend
Are you a highly organised professional with a passion for supporting senior executives? Our government client is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support, ensuring smooth operations and effective time management for their leadership team.
Key Responsibilities:
To Apply:
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Katya on 03 8632 9964 for more information.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Are you a highly organised professional with a passion for supporting senior executives? Our government client is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support, ensuring smooth operations and effective time management for their leadership team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage complex diaries, coordinating meetings, appointments, and commitments efficiently.
- Organise domestic travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
- Prepare and proofread correspondence, reports, and presentations with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Support executives with ad hoc administrative tasks, ensuring priorities are managed effectively.
- Previous experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior leadership in a corporate or government environment.
- Exceptional diary management and organisational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, handle confidential information, and exercise discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Be part of a respected government organisation with a commitment to excellence.
- Dynamic work environment with opportunities to contribute to high-level decision-making.
- Competitive pay and supportive team culture.
To Apply:
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Katya on 03 8632 9964 for more information.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
