Job description
We are currently seeking an experienced Executive Assistant (ASO3 level) for a 3‑month contract, supporting a large state government health service based in Adelaide.
This is a fast‑paced, high‑trust role requiring a seasoned EA who is confident supporting senior leaders in a complex environment while managing competing priorities and sensitive information.
About the Role
Reporting to a senior Administration Manager, you will provide high‑level executive and administrative support to senior stakeholders, while also contributing to the smooth coordination of office operations and governance activities.
Key responsibilities include:
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Successful candidates will be contacted by a DFP consultant.
For enquiries, please contact dfpadelaide@dfp.com.au
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.
This is a fast‑paced, high‑trust role requiring a seasoned EA who is confident supporting senior leaders in a complex environment while managing competing priorities and sensitive information.
About the Role
Reporting to a senior Administration Manager, you will provide high‑level executive and administrative support to senior stakeholders, while also contributing to the smooth coordination of office operations and governance activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing high-level executive support including diary, meeting and correspondence management
- Managing high‑volume inboxes, competing priorities and sensitive information
- Preparing briefings, reports, presentations and governance documentation
- Coordinating meetings, agendas, papers and follow‑up actions
- Acting as a key liaison point for internal and external stakeholders
- Supporting projects, workflow coordination and process improvements
- Ensuring a high standard of discretion, professionalism and confidentiality at all times
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Administrator, ideally within government or health
- Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting high‑level correspondence
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
- High attention to detail, discretion and professionalism
- Strong Microsoft Office capability (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Confidence working across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder groups
- Current Working with Children Check
- National Police Check
- Ability to meet health and immunisation requirements
- Current driver’s licence (preferred)
Successful candidates will be contacted by a DFP consultant.
For enquiries, please contact dfpadelaide@dfp.com.au
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.
