• Are you seeking your next challenge in a fast paced and complex environment?
• Do you excel in providing administrative support to Senior Managers?
• Join the team at CSIRO Governance in this key support role!

The Position

CSIRO Governance is seeking to appoint an Administrative Officer (Personal Assistant) to provide high level secretarial and administrative support to the Director. You will co-ordinate the day to day activities of the Deputy Director by arranging travel, diary management and monitoring email traffic.

A successful Personal Assistant will have previous experience supporting leadership, maintain confidentiality and discretion in sensitive matters, demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills as well as possess a ‘can do’ approach.

Your duties will include:

• Providing practical support to the Director, dealing with issues and interactions with key stakeholders and external parties.
• Reviewing, evaluating and monitoring the Director's email, prioritising tasks and deadlines.
• Provide high-level administrative support including the collation and formatting of relevant papers and correspondence on behalf of the Director.
• Monitor, prioritise and follow up on issues that need to be drawn to the Director’s attention in a timely manner
• Contribute positively to a culture of a high performing Business Unit, through demonstrated alignment with CSIRO’s expected behaviours and values.

Location:             Canberra, ACT preferred, other locations negotiable

Salary:                 $61K to $78K plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure:                Indefinite

Job reference:    58105

To be successful, you will need:

• Demonstrated experience in providing secretarial or administrative support to a Senior Manager or Executive in a fast paced and complex environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, to manage workflow processes and on-line transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team, positively contributing to the team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to professionally handle sensitive and confidential information, and use appropriate judgment and discretion.
• Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise demands, and escalate issues when required.

Before you apply, please view the full position details and selection criteria here: Position description 

About CSIRO                 

We imagine. We collaborate. We innovate.

At CSIRO, we do the extraordinary every day. We innovate for tomorrow and help improve today – for our customers, all Australians and the world. We do this by using science and technology to solve real issues. Diversity is the compass that navigates our innovation. We provide an inclusive workplace that respects, values and actively pursues the benefits of a diverse workforce.

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you.  Find out more Balance

How to Apply:  Please upload one document with your CV/Resume and a cover letter, outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.

Applications close: Wednesday 22 August 2018