Executive Support Officer

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; South Canberra; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Paid parental leave 24 weeks

Parental leave 14 weeks

Professional development

Wellbeing program FLOURISH

Job summary

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) invites applications for a Full-time role providing high-level executive and project support to the Directorate. You will deliver timely administrative assistance and informed advice to senior executives, ensuring efficient operation across the directorate and branches.

You will manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, prepare minutes and reports, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to budget

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a business-related degree or extensive relevant experience.
• Experience providing high-level administrative support and executive assistance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the office of the Service Area Leader, including prioritising the Leader’s time and managing a complex diary.
• Provide high level secretariat and administration services for executive meetings with the Executive and Board, including planning, coordination and minute taking.
• Prepare, coordinate and review executive documents such as meeting minutes, briefings and reports.
• Act as liaison between the Leader and internal/external stakeholders, delivering professional service and strong customer focus.
• Support the Executive in monitoring the department budget.

Skills

Executive support

Secretariat

Stakeholder liaison

Budget monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in business-related field

Job description

Salary

$116,232 plus superannuation

Employment Status

Full-time

Eligibility

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date

Immediate Start Available

Application Closing Date

Sunday, 8 November 2026

Job Number

507449

About Us

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) operates in the ACT and NSW, supporting 56 Schools and nine Early Learning Centres (ELCs).

The Archdiocesan Schools Office provides a range of services to the system through four directorates including Faith in Learning, School Operations, Corporate Services and Governance and Strategy.

About The Role

The role supports the implementing the Archdiocesan Vision for Catholic Schools by providing high-level executive and project support to the Directorate and Branches and Sections within the Directorate and senior executives. This includes delivering timely, high-quality administrative assistance and informed advice.

Key Responsibilities Of The Role

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the office of the Service Area Leader, including organising competing tasks, deadlines and project plans, prioritising the Leader’s time, including managing a complex diary, and ensuring team deliverables are managed for effective and timely achievement.
• Provide high level secretariat and administration services to support the efficient operation of formal meetings with the Executive and Board, including planning, co-ordinating, administration and minute taking.
• Prepare, coordinate and review a range of executive documents such as meeting minutes, briefings and reports.
• Act as a liaison point and manage the relationship between the Leader and various internal and external stakeholders, this includes being the first point of contact and delivering a high level of customer service to stakeholders, presenting a professional personal image of service, warmth, and openness.
• Support the Executive in monitoring the department budget.

Benefits And Opportunities

• Attractive remuneration package
• Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Employee Wellbeing Program, offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services

Qualifications And Eligibility

• Tertiary qualifications in a business-related degree or extensive experience working in a similar role.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration and Working With Children Check (WWCC) (Please note these clearances are not required at point of application however are required prior to commencement)
• Current Drivers Licence.

Application Process

CACGEL is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support schools and ELCs to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about CACGEL, please visit the website.