The Organisation

The Australian Education Union (AEU) is the federal union for teachers, principals, support staff and all educators working in public education.

The AEU is proud to represent workers who have one of the most important jobs in the country. With over 190,000 members nationally, the AEU provides support both industrially and professionally and advocates for quality public education for all Australians.

What’s in it for you?

• 15.5% superannuation
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Gifted leave for Christmas closure, Easter Tuesday and Melbourne Cup Eve
• 17.5% leave loading• Free parking

Your Impact

Working as part of a broader administrative team, you will provide high-level professional and administrative support to the AEU Federal Professional Officers to effectively achieve the strategic objectives of the union. Specifically, you will:

• Assist with diary management, travel coordination and preparation of correspondence.
• Assist in the coordination of events (e.g. seminars and conferences) including logistics, arranging venues, catering, guest speakers and AV
• Coordinate meetings and conferences including preparing agendas, papers and minute taking
• Liaise with AEU branches, government, and representatives from other regulatory bodies or unions in support of the work of the AEU
• Ad-hoc duties as required such as reception coverage

What you bring

You are a highly motivated who enjoys working in a team environment but can equally be self-directed in their role. Ideally you have experience in a similar role within a political, education, union or non-profit organisation. You will have:

• Impeccable organisational skills: ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities whilst keeping calm under pressure.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills including drafting and formatting documents with excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder relationship building skills
• Medium to advanced skills using Microsoft 365, SharePoint and Zoom
• A working knowledge of audio-visual/video-conferencing systems
• A commitment to unionism and public education

If you are committed to unionism and quality public education in Australia, then apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter or phone Emma Naglieri on 0421 720 596 for a confidential discussion.

The Australian Education Union are an equal opportunity employer and highly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people and others who may face structural barriers in our society to apply.