Senior Executive Assistant to Head of Access Canberra

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Canberra is seeking an Executive Assistant to backfill the Head of Access Canberra on a temporary basis with potential permanency. You will provide direct executive support, manage complex calendars, travel logistics and confidential briefing materials in a fast-paced government environment.

The role offers exposure to senior leadership, governance forums, and the opportunity to contribute to strategic priorities within the ACT public sector.

Qualifications

• Experience providing executive support in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage calendars, travel and correspondence with discretion.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Head of Access Canberra and Deputy Head.
• Manage calendars, meeting schedules, travel arrangements and competing priorities.
• Coordinate briefing materials and information flow to the Office of the Head.
• Monitor tasks and deadlines to ensure deliverables are met.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders professionally.

Skills

Calendar management

Stakeholder relations

Confidentiality

Written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Independent working

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Access Canberra is seeking an Executive Assistant to backfill the Head of Access Canberra on a temporary basis with potential permanency. You will provide direct executive support, manage complex calendars, travel logistics and confidential briefing materials in a fast-paced government environment.

The role offers exposure to senior leadership, governance forums, and the opportunity to contribute to strategic priorities within the ACT public sector.