Executive Services Officer - Education Futures Institute

Job Description

Executive Services Officer - Education Futures Institute Capability Branch, Schools and Student Support Division This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Education Futures Institute in the Queensland Department of Education. We are seeking a highly capable Executive Services Officer to join our team until 30/06/2025, based in Townsville North Queensland. This role is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for providing exceptional executive and administrative support. Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Flexible full-time Occupational group: Administration Classification: AO3 Workplace Location: Townsville, North Queensland Job ad reference: QLD/NQR616644/25T Closing date: 12-Feb-2025 Job duration: Until 30 June 2025, unless otherwise determined The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to ensuring Queenslanders have the education and skills they need to contribute to the economic and social development of Queensland. The department delivers world-class education services to all students and contributes to the achievement of Queensland's employment, skills and economic priorities. DoE is a large and diverse organisation with a united commitment to teaching and learning environments that are centered around child, student, and staff wellbeing and safety. As the Department of Education enters an exciting phase implementing the new education strategy, Equity and Excellence: Realising the potential of every student, we are investing in the capability of educational leaders and teachers through a new Education Futures Institute, tasked with empowering educators and leaders to build professional expertise across their careers through high-quality, targeted development opportunities. About the Role: In this position, you will play a pivotal role in delivering superior confidential administrative and executive support to the Senior Principal Capability and Director Capability for North Queensland Region, based in Townsville. Key Responsibilities: Efficiently managing scheduling, appointment setting and coordinate travel and accommodation for the Senior Principal and Director, Capability. Taking minutes of meetings and distribute to attendees, coordinate room bookings and functions, and organise and provide support to other Capability personnel for professional learning events. Assisting and administering ordering and payment procedures. Using spreadsheets and databases such as administration, and the financial management Systems Applications Products (SAP) system, to process information and produce reports. Utilising your expertise in word processing and desktop publishing to create high-quality documents. Contributing to the overall organisation of the office, enhancing information flow and records management. About You: The ideal applicant is someone who: Strong organisational skills and a passion for efficiency. Adept in administrative tasks with a keen eye for detail. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks simultaneously. We invite you to apply if you believe you are the right fit for this role. This position offers more than just employment; it is a chance to make a significant contribution and be part of an exciting professional journey. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr