EXECUTIVE SUPPORT OFFICER

Child Protection; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid Parental and Partner Leave

Recognition and Growth

Salary Packaging

Health and Fitness Perks

Job summary

Department for Child Protection (DCP) in Adelaide seeks an Executive Support Officer to provide confidential, high-level administrative support. You will manage the Chief Executive’s diary, prepare official correspondence, liaise with Ministerial staff, and contribute to project research and analysis in a politically sensitive environment.

You will uphold discretion, excel in stakeholder engagement, and support a collaborative, inclusive workplace while delivering exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• You possess phenomenal interpersonal skills when communicating with an array of public and private sector stakeholders.
• You exhibit strong organisational skills to perform high-level administrative and executive support duties.
• You can effectively manage high volumes of work through your self-motivation and diligence.
• You uphold strict confidentiality obligations when working within a politically sensitive environment.
• You champion an inclusive workplace predicated on teamwork and positivity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general diary management, prepare relevant correspondence and documentation, and organise invitations on behalf of the Chief Executive
• Liaise with Ministerial staff on confidential and sensitive public sector matters
• Manage correspondence tracking systems and administer a high level of executive assistance
• Uphold effective communication between public and private sectors when developing responses to public enquiries
• Support project initiatives through dedicated analysis and research undertakings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Job description

Full-time temporary vacancy available until 30 June 2027

Maintain robust stakeholder relationships to elevate service delivery

Strengthen administrative operations through detailed oversight.

Our metropolitan Adelaide team are seeking an Executive Support Officer to employ their detail-orientated and strong interpersonal skillet to provide exemplary customer service. You will oversee confidential and high-quality administrative support duties, including diary management, preparing correspondence and documents, and assisting with project research and analysis endeavours. Upholding discretion and integrity within your work is paramount, as this role operates in a politically sensitive environment. Your meticulous nature and exceptional stakeholder engagement will enhance the efficiency and operation of the department.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee general diary management, prepare relevant correspondence and documentation, and organise invitations on behalf of the Chief Executive
• Liaise with Ministerial staff on confidential and sensitive public sector matters
• Manage correspondence tracking systems and administer a high level of executive assistance
• Uphold effective communication between public and private sectors when developing responses to public enquiries
• Support project initiatives through dedicated analysis and research undertakings.

About you:

• You possess phenomenal interpersonal skills when communicating with an array of public and private sector stakeholders
• You exhibit strong organisational skills to perform high-level administrative and executive support duties
• You can effectively manage high volumes of work through your self-motivation and diligence
• You uphold strict confidentiality obligations when working within a politically sensitive environment
• You champion an inclusive workplace predicated on teamwork and positivity.

Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:
At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
• Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Contact Us

Enquiries to Kat Haller - Team Leader, Business and Executive Support

Contact Us

Enquiries to Kat Haller - Team Leader, Business and Executive Support 0436 606 982 [e-mail]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.