Executive Support Officer

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

Job summary

Australian National University – Canberra ACT is seeking an Executive Support Officer at ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) to support senior leaders with diary management, meeting coordination and the preparation of high-quality documentation. The role ensures smooth flow of information and workflow across the portfolio, with a strong emphasis on judgement, discretion and professionalism.

Working as part of a collaborative executive support team, you will contribute to the effective operation of

Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior leaders with diary and meeting coordination.
• Ability to prepare high-quality documentation and manage information flow.
• Demonstrates sound judgement, discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Job description

Australian National University – Canberra ACT

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

Position Description and Selection Criteria:PD_PEWER_ANUO6_7_Executive Support Officer.pdf

In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us:ANU at 80

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 contactKate Bisshop-Witting, Education Director, atDirector DVC Education *************@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ***************@anu.edu.au

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, visithttps://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)