The Australian Human Rights Commission, located in the vibrant heart of Sydney CBD! We’re thrilled to announce this Executive Assistant opportunity, offering flexible, hybrid and remote work options to fit your lifestyle.

This full-time, ongoing position offers a competitive salary range of $72,294 up to $80,033 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation.

About Us

The Australian Human Rights Commission (the Commission) is Australia’s national human rights institution, dedicated to fostering a society where human rights are upheld, protected, and celebrated. We envision an Australia where every individual is valued equally in dignity and rights.

Our mission involves promoting and safeguarding the human rights of all Australians by:

• Advising all levels of government and various public and private organisations.
• Strengthening laws, policies, and practices while providing accessible investigation and conciliation services.
• Engaging inclusively with civil society, communities, and the private sector.
• Raising awareness about human rights and offering educational resources.
• Collaborating with partners to cultivate a culture of respect for human rights across the nation.

Join Our Team as an Executive Assistant to the Human Rights Commissioner!

Are you passionate about human rights and making a real difference? The Policy Division of the Australian Human Rights Commission is looking for a dedicated Executive Assistant to support our Human Rights Commissioner and the dynamic Human Rights and Scrutiny Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in promoting awareness and advocacy for human rights across Australia!

About Us

The Policy Division collaborates closely with our President and seven statutory Commissioners, focusing on areas like race, age, disability discrimination, and social justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our mission includes engaging with the community, educating about human rights, and fostering partnerships with government, industry, and civil society organisations.

What You’ll Do

As the Executive Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, providing comprehensive support to ensure our initiatives run smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Executive Assistance: Manage the Commissioner’s diary, organise travel, and oversee office management, including database and record management.
• Communication & Correspondence: Update our Commission webpages, coordinate communications, and draft responses on behalf of the Commissioner.
• Finance & Administration Support: Assist with budget management, process paperwork, and support the team in maintaining office supplies and accounts.
• Project & Event Management: Coordinate logistics for major meetings and internal events while providing research support for priority projects as needed.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a proactive and organised individual with:

• Strong administrative skills and a knack for technology.
• The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience in research or project support is a plus!

Why Join Us?

At the Australian Human Rights Commission, you’ll be part of a dedicated team making significant impacts in the realm of human rights. We value collaboration, respect, and integrity, and we are committed to upholding the APS Values and the Code of Conduct.

If you're ready to contribute to meaningful change and support our mission to uphold human rights in Australia, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your application and join us in championing human rights for all Australians!

Notes

We strongly encourage First Nations people and individuals from other negatively racialised backgrounds to apply.

We value inclusivity and diversity and seek people who support and model the behaviours we promote in our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations Australians, mature workers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, culturally and marginalised communities, carers, LGBTIQA+ and people with disability.

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).

The Commission is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment to enable people with a disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. Applicants are encouraged to request reasonable adjustment as required to assist your participation in this recruitment process.

The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies in the Commission where the duties are of a similar nature.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume along with a statement (maximum 2 pages) detailing your interest in this position, relevant experience, and the skills you bring to the role.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to fulfill the role's requirements impartially and respectfully, in line with the APS Code of Conduct, while upholding the integrity of the Australian Human Rights Commission. Background checks, including character and social media reviews, will be conducted as part of the selection process.

For more Information

Information about the role and Commission practices may be sought from Joanna Maxwell - Director, Human Rights Scrutiny Team via email [email protected] using the subject line: Executive Assistant, Human Rights Scrutiny Team enquiry via EthicalJobs.