Executive Assistant

• Full-time, temporary appointment to October 2027, with the possibility of extension
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements | National role

The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) works to improve learning for all young Australians through world-class curriculum, assessment and reporting. We work in a collaborative and supportive environment and take pride in the contribution our work makes to education across Australia.

ACARA is seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant, Curriculum to support the Executive Director, Curriculum, and senior leaders across the Curriculum business unit. You'll help keep executive priorities on track and support the team's delivery of national curriculum initiatives.

About the position

The position will involve the following duties.

• Provide high-level executive support, including proactively managing the Executive Director's diary and coordinating meetings and travel.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and coordinate their engagement with Curriculum leaders.
• Support leadership and governance meetings by preparing agendas, briefing materials and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate records, track decisions and follow up on agreed actions.

To be successful, you will have

• Demonstrated experience providing executive assistance or senior administrative support to a senior leader in a complex organisation.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience supporting executive and governance activities, including meeting preparation, document management and action tracking.
• Sound judgement, initiative and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills and experience using digital collaboration tools.

Occasional travel within Australia may be required. For more information, please view the Executive Assistant, Curriculum position description .

ACARA offers an attractive salary range, commencing at $103,248 per annum plus superannuation.

Applications close at 11:59 pm Sydney time on 30/11/2026.

Find out more about us on LinkedIn and the ACARA website.

ACARA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from First Nations Australians.

Any offer of employment is subject to verification of your right to work in Australia and a satisfactory police clearance. A Working with Children Check may also be required.

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