Job Description
The Role
The Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) Head Office is looking for highly experienced, enthusiastic and organised Executive Assistants to fill current vacancies for SES Band 1 Officers. The roles are fast-paced with rigid timelines. They require managing the office environment and prioritising workflows.
To succeed, you will have great people skills the ability to anticipate the needs of your senior executive and demonstrate flexibility, resilience and initiative.
About our Team
ASCA is a small but growing organisation within Defence applying innovative approaches to procurement and capability delivery. Experience across the Defence enterprise is valued to help leverage best practice approaches and connect with a wide range of stakeholders.
Our Ideal Candidate
You will be part of a small multi-disciplinary high performing team, led by the Executive Assistant to the Head of ASCA. The role provides flexibility where required, however given the nature of the work, working from home arrangements are limited.
As our ideal candidate, you will show flexibility and a calm demeanour under pressure as the role demands the ability to manage multiple priorities due to the fast-paced environment.
Our ideal candidate:
Has demonstrated experience and a high level of confidence in your ability as an Executive Assistant.
Identifies strongly with the Defence values of service, courage, respect, integrity and excellence.
Thrives in a constantly, rapidly changing environment.
Loves to learn and be challenged every day.
Is supremely adaptable.
Is tenacious and resilient.
Is always looking for faster, more efficient ways to work, within the guidelines of good governance.
Believes constant communication and robust relationships are key.
Enjoys working, and thrives in, team environments.
The Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator (ASCA) Head Office is looking for highly experienced, enthusiastic and organised Executive Assistants to fill current vacancies for SES Band 1 Officers. The roles are fast-paced with rigid timelines. They require managing the office environment and prioritising workflows.
To succeed, you will have great people skills the ability to anticipate the needs of your senior executive and demonstrate flexibility, resilience and initiative.
About our Team
ASCA is a small but growing organisation within Defence applying innovative approaches to procurement and capability delivery. Experience across the Defence enterprise is valued to help leverage best practice approaches and connect with a wide range of stakeholders.
Our Ideal Candidate
You will be part of a small multi-disciplinary high performing team, led by the Executive Assistant to the Head of ASCA. The role provides flexibility where required, however given the nature of the work, working from home arrangements are limited.
As our ideal candidate, you will show flexibility and a calm demeanour under pressure as the role demands the ability to manage multiple priorities due to the fast-paced environment.
Our ideal candidate:
Has demonstrated experience and a high level of confidence in your ability as an Executive Assistant.
Identifies strongly with the Defence values of service, courage, respect, integrity and excellence.
Thrives in a constantly, rapidly changing environment.
Loves to learn and be challenged every day.
Is supremely adaptable.
Is tenacious and resilient.
Is always looking for faster, more efficient ways to work, within the guidelines of good governance.
Believes constant communication and robust relationships are key.
Enjoys working, and thrives in, team environments.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The APS 4 - Executive Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.