Executive Assistant

We’re excited to announce that we are recruiting for a Executive Assistant for a 12-month parental cover

Creative Australia

Creative Australia is the Australian Government’s principal arts investment and advisory body. With artists at the heart of what we do, we invest in creative talent and stimulate the market for Australian stories to be told on a national and international scale, sharing our rich culture with the world. We do this because art and creativity define us, recording what we have been and what we might yet become. As a nation, creativity connects us and benefits us all.

Our Purpose

We champion and invest in arts and creativity for a dynamic, creative Australia.

Workplace culture

We are proud to have been named an Inclusive Employer for the third consecutive time by Diversity Council Australia. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our people are passionate and dedicated to the delivery of our strategy Creativity Connects Us.We strive to establish and sustain a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.

Your role

We are seeking a talented and driven Executive Assistant for a 12-month parental cover, offering high level support to the Executive Director, Development and Partnerships to contribute to her success and that of her team. Your role will encompass the vital responsibilities of fostering effective communication, streamlining administrative tasks, and orchestrating seamless coordination of activities.

What you will be doing?

• Being the go-to person for our Executive Director, ensuring their days are smooth and productive

• Managing calendars, coordinating meetings and keeping everyone on schedule

• Handling travel arrangements, ensuring every trip is seamless

• Drafting reports and briefings to help the Executive Director and relevant stakeholders stay informed and prepared

• Being the main contact between the Executive Director and stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional communication

• Providing administrative support to key projects and initiatives in the Development and Partnerships division.

What this means for you

• 12 months (parental cover)
• Location: Sydney
• Salary of $86,578 per annum + 15.4% superannuation
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work (two days’ work from home and three days in our office)
• Paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Cultural leave entitlements
• Wellbeing programs and corporate discounts
• Holistic employee assistance program for employees, their families, and kin

Application information

This opportunity is open for application until 26 May at 10am.

To apply and for further details about the job requirements, please see the full position description at Careers – Creative Australia.

If you need any support or have any questions about submitting your application, please contact Leisa Bacon, Executive Director Development and Partnerships at leisa.bacon@creative.gov.au and Human Resources at hrteam@creative.gov.au.

This is not an Australian Public Service position.

Creative Australia is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, cultural and regional communities, including people with disability.