Job no: 492905Work type: full-timeLocation: CanberraCategories: Chief Executive OfficerExecutive Assistant to the CEO$84,673-$98,161 + 15.4% superCanberra based, Baseline ClearanceOngoingABOUT THE ROLEReporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Executive Assistant (EA) to the CEO is responsible for day-to-day management of the office of the CEO and providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the successful functioning of the office.
The EA will work closely with the Executive Officer to the CEO.You will be responsible for:Act as first point of contact within the Office of the CEO and manage CEO priorities, liaising and consulting with senior officials daily.Organise the CEO appointments and travel arrangements including the acquittal of associated expenses, credit cards and travel.Screen contact, field inquiries and requests escalating urgent matters for the CEO's attention.Support the CEO in longer term calendar management to ensure work/office efficiency for the CEO and display flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.Through the application of the AMSA values, provide confidential administrative support to the CEO and the Office of Legal Counsel, as required.SKILLS AND EXPERIENCETo be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and experience:Demonstrated administrative skills and efficiency with office systems, including record keeping systems and processes.Personal integrity and the ability to deal effectively and discretely with sensitive and confidential information.Good interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills and ability to relate to and provide an administrative service to senior level stakeholders (internal and external).Highly developed organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work autonomously, employ initiative to find solutions and prioritise and exercise discretion.A Diploma or Certificate IV in Business or similar would be an advantage; however, it is not mandatory.AMSA BENEFITSWe are committed to a supportive and collaborative work environment, which is why AMSA offers:Flexible work including work from home arrangements.Health and wellbeing programs including annual flu vaccinations and a healthy lifestyle reimbursement.An office-wide Christmas period shutdown (in addition to annual leave provisions).An ability to work for an organisation charged with protecting our marine environments and saving lives.ABOUT AMSAThe Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is responsible for the safety of international shipping and domestic commercial vessels, protection of the environment from ship-sourced pollution and search and rescue nationally.AMSA offers unique and interesting career opportunities, and we employ around 450 people across Australia.
To learn more about our organisation please visit our website.DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONDiversity and inclusion are a priority at AMSA.Our role means that we impact and influence communities right across Australia, this is why it is essential that we draw on the diversity of our people to successfully deliver our mission of "ensuring safe vessel operations, combatting marine pollution and rescuing people in distress".We are proud to have been recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2022-2023 by the Diversity Council of Australia, and continue to focus on embedding inclusive values within our organisation.Don't meet every single requirement?
At AMSA we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway – you might just be the person we're looking for!We encourage applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and are committed to supporting you to reach your full potential.
You can find more information about our diversity and inclusion commitments in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.HOW TO APPLYPlease complete your application on our website via the Careers at AMSA page by Sunday 2 February 2025.
You will need to provide:your resume (maximum of 3 pages).a brief cover letter (maximum 800 words) outlining what you will bring to this role.For any questions regarding the role please contact Carolyn Nixon on (02) 6279 5500.If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Human Resources at ****** does not engage staff under the APS Act.
AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA.Advertised: 17 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 02 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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