Executive Assistant- Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement

• Employment Type: Continuing
• Remuneration: $96k- $115k+ 17% Super & leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid work arrangement available)

About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. This role is based in the Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement (DSIEE), working to make a positive and lasting impact on society, promoting equity and social justice, and driving engagement activities which enhance UNSW’s reputation as a key contributor to society through its research, teaching, and community engagement.

Why your Role Matters
This is a dynamic position providing confidential executive support services to our DVSIEE leadership team at the highest level. As a seasoned EA, your focus will be offering high-level administration support, exercising appropriate discretion and initiative across diary/meeting management, travel coordination, correspondence/documentation preparation and liaising with senior leaders.

This role reports in the Operations Business Unit, led by the Director Operations is responsible for delivering the management of administration for the Division. Working closely with other divisional EAs, you’ll act as the first point of contact for the area, always maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and using your sound judgment to coordinate priorities.

Who you are: We’re looking for a confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills to build trusted working relationships across the University. As an analytical thinker and natural problem-solver, you’ll provide advanced administrative and logistical support to enable DVSIEE to achieve their strategic priorities.
You will hold the following skills & experience:

• Previous experience as an Executive Assistant to senior leaders within a large and complex organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with sensitive and confidential matters.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office software including Outlook diary management, Word and Excel.
• High level organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Project management skills, displaying strong initiative and a proactive approach.
• The ability to work under pressure and solve administrative and complex diary management problems.
• Confidence to maintain effective and professional channels of communication, analyse requests, filter correspondence and prioritise urgent matters.

For further information on the role and accountabilities, please refer to the position description found on Jobs@UNSW.

How to Apply: To play an integral role in our Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement, submit your:
- CV
- Cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for therole.
Applications close: Sunday 12 January by 11:55pm.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Job queries contact: Katherine Molloy, Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: [email protected] (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.