Executive Support Officer

The Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University invites applications for an ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) role in Canberra. You will work closely with senior leaders to manage priorities, coordinate diaries and meetings, and prepare high-quality documentation to maintain smooth information flow across the portfolio.

As part of an executive support team, you will contribute to the university's day-to-day operations and collaborate with colleagues across the institution to support day-to-day business.

Responsibilities

• Manage priorities, coordinate diaries and meetings, prepare high-quality documentation, and ensure the smooth flow of information and workflow across the portfolio.
• Support the senior leadership office and collaborate with colleagues across the University to assist day-to-day business.

Job description

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $100,847 - $116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing

Position overview

Working closely with senior leaders, you will manage priorities, coordinate diaries and meetings, prepare high-quality documentation, and ensure the smooth flow of information and workflow across the portfolio. The role requires strong judgement, discretion and the ability to anticipate needs, manage competing demands, and maintain a high standard of professionalism at all times.

As part of a collaborative executive support team, you will contribute to the effective operation of the senior leadership office and work closely with colleagues across the University to support day-to-day business.

For further information please contact Kate Bisshop-Witting, Education Director, at Director DVC Education [e-mail]

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [e-mail]
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 25 October 2026, 11.55pm (Canberra time)