Job Description
Location
Adelaide SA
Full job description
Job no: 911796
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Administration, Business and Management
Department for Health and Wellbeing – Office of the Minister for Health and Wellbeing
Salary: $98,478 to $ $104,165 – ASO6 – Full Time / Term Contract (Contract until 30 April 2026)
Overview:
Do you want to join a fast-paced dynamic team?
We are recruiting staff to work in the Office of the Minister for Health and Wellbeing.
This is a great opportunity to work in an exciting office while making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the South Australian community.
Recruitment is open to government employees and external applicants who are passionate about providing quality customer service and can handle inquiries from the public with empathy and understanding.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing high level, efficient and effective research, advisory and secretarial services to the Minister; analysing, preparing, coordinating and communicating information between the Minister’s portfolio areas, other Minister’s offices and external stakeholders; and liaising with the Chief of Staff, ministerial office staff and senior departmental executives on behalf of the Minister.
The Executive Assistant works with confidential and sensitive information and other matters on a daily basis; is responsible for the development and delivery of stakeholder engagement/management strategies; provides leadership in the implementation and review of protocols and procedures in relation to conduct required of Ministers and ministerial offices; and undertakes projects as required.
Don’t meet every single requirement? We’re interested in finding the right fit for our team, not the perfect match to this description. 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. Just explain to us why you think you’re up to the task! You may be just the right candidate for this role.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 911796
Criminal History Screening Requirement
A ‘National Police Certificate’ NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check’ NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)
Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Enquiries
Nicole Morphett
Office Manager
Phone: (08) 7117 6904
Email: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
Tuesday, 05 August 2026 – 11:55PM
Attachments
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Advertised: 28 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Aug 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Adelaide SA
Full job description
Job no: 911796
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Administration, Business and Management
Department for Health and Wellbeing – Office of the Minister for Health and Wellbeing
Salary: $98,478 to $ $104,165 – ASO6 – Full Time / Term Contract (Contract until 30 April 2026)
Overview:
Do you want to join a fast-paced dynamic team?
We are recruiting staff to work in the Office of the Minister for Health and Wellbeing.
This is a great opportunity to work in an exciting office while making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the South Australian community.
Recruitment is open to government employees and external applicants who are passionate about providing quality customer service and can handle inquiries from the public with empathy and understanding.
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing high level, efficient and effective research, advisory and secretarial services to the Minister; analysing, preparing, coordinating and communicating information between the Minister’s portfolio areas, other Minister’s offices and external stakeholders; and liaising with the Chief of Staff, ministerial office staff and senior departmental executives on behalf of the Minister.
The Executive Assistant works with confidential and sensitive information and other matters on a daily basis; is responsible for the development and delivery of stakeholder engagement/management strategies; provides leadership in the implementation and review of protocols and procedures in relation to conduct required of Ministers and ministerial offices; and undertakes projects as required.
Don’t meet every single requirement? We’re interested in finding the right fit for our team, not the perfect match to this description. 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. Just explain to us why you think you’re up to the task! You may be just the right candidate for this role.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 911796
Criminal History Screening Requirement
A ‘National Police Certificate’ NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check’ NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)
Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Enquiries
Nicole Morphett
Office Manager
Phone: (08) 7117 6904
Email: [email protected]
Application Closing Date
Tuesday, 05 August 2026 – 11:55PM
Attachments
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Advertised: 28 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Aug 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Executive Assistant to the Minister position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Adelaide 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.
