Executive Assistant

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. We will challenge you to be curious, creative and courageous as we strive to achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.

Join us to create a brighter future for all. The Advancement portfolio fosters a culture that actively seeks to advance the University in its communities; gather philanthropic support from philanthropists, charitable trusts and foundations, alumni, staff, students and corporations; and engage the University’s 300,000 alumni worldwide. The Advancement team proactively connect with people and community groups who want to support Griffith's educational programs and research, as Griffith University’s success depends not only on the future generosity of governments and industry partners, but on donations from individuals, corporations and other organisations.

Has your Executive Assistant career involved supporting senior executives in demanding environments?

Do you have exceptional personal organisational skills, a calm demeanour and a proactive attitude?

If so, we invite you to consider the full time Executive Assistant position in Griffith’s Advancement team.

Providing high level, executive administrative and management support for the day-to-day operations of the Office of the Vice President (Advancement), this role is based in a team of highly motivated Advancement professionals who aim to create meaningful relationships with our alumni, donors and partners to accelerate positive outcomes for transformation and impact.

As Executive Assistant, you will support our vision to advance Griffith’s values, education and research to create a better future for all by providing dedicated executive support to the Vice President (Advancement). A typical day will likely include diary and meeting management, correspondence workflow and drafting presentations and briefing documents. You will also provide executive support to the Director, Development and undertake special projects involving research, the compilation of data and the preparation of reports.

About You

We are interested in candidates who hold relevant tertiary qualifications and subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, knowledge and experience.

Your career to date will have afforded you the ability to demonstrate:

• Proven successful experience in providing high-level executive support in a complex and dynamic environment
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to calmly and successfully manage competing priorities, multiple deadlines and several projects
• The ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships within the Advancement office, the University’s senior executive and their support teams, across the University and externally
• A high level of professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, and discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to be adaptable and flexible, and work proactively, both independently and as part of a team.

What we can offer 

This is a full time, continuing opportunity based at the Gold Coast.  As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.

HEW 6 Salary - Base range - $91,843.49 - $97,964.71 + 17% super. Full package range - $107,546.89 - $114,618.72.

Why join Griffith ?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply 

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Mrs Rebecca Sanders, Senior Advancement and Campaign Manager at [email protected]  

Closing date - Monday 12th May @ 11:59PM. All applications to be submitted online.