Executive Support Officer

About the Opportunity 

The Griffith Sciences Group takes pride in its ongoing global contributions to the higher education sector. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Support Officer to primarily support our Dean Academic.  

As an Executive Support Officer you will play a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of a portfolio of activities in the Dean (Academic) office including the International portfolio for the Sciences Group.  

Working under broad direction you will provide high level administrative and operational support assist with coordinating projects and contribute to management activities. Your responsibilities will include support for committees project-based work and operational support for internationalisation. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide high level administrative and operational support including day to day coordination and contributing to Operational and Strategic Plan delivery.  

• Coordinate small scale projects ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.  

• Conduct research analyse data from internal and external sources. 

• Coordinate activity involved in hosting visiting delegations onshore and offshore international recruitment and marketing. 

• Assist in development and maintenance of international partnerships. 

• Manage complex information requests ensuring timely and appropriate responses.  

• Assist staff with University enterprise systems (finance HR procurement).  

About you 

• The occupant of this position will hold relevant tertiary qualifications and subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant skills knowledge and experience. 

Candidates must have full unrestricted Australian work rights and may be subject to a National criminal history check.  

What we can offer 

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

Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples 

Salary Range 
 
HEW 6 salary  Base range - $91843.49 - $97964.71 17% super. Full package range - $107456.89 - $114618.72. 

Additional Information :

Why join Griffith 
 
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve 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 

At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre 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 ourEquity Diversity and  University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to GriffithsModern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

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

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.  

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth Talent Acquisition Partner on 

Closing date: Sunday 22nd March at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time