Executive Assistant, Strategy & Policy (11-Month)

Department of Education, Western Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging

Public transport proximity

Parking accessibility

Job summary

The Department of Education, Western Australia, is seeking an experienced administrator for an 11-month fixed-term, full-time role commencing February 2027, with possible extension or permanency. Based in East Perth, the role supports the Strategy and Policy Division by handling a wide range of admin tasks and coordinating ministerial communications.

You will liaise with senior staff, prepare briefing papers, manage data records, travel arrangements, and provide discreet, timely responses.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative and coordination tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and initiative.
• Ability to handle confidential enquiries with discretion.
• Experience liaising with senior staff and executives.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and handle enquiries.
• Coordinate Ministerial responses, Parliamentary Questions, and briefing documents.
• Maintain accurate data records and track Ministerial correspondence.
• Oversee travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Support the Office of the Executive Director, Strategy and Policy.

Job description

The Department of Education, Western Australia, is seeking an experienced administrator for an 11-month fixed-term, full-time role commencing February 2027, with possible extension or permanency. Based in East Perth, the role supports the Strategy and Policy Division by handling a wide range of admin tasks and coordinating ministerial communications.

You will liaise with senior staff, prepare briefing papers, manage data records, travel arrangements, and provide discreet, timely responses.