Executive Assistant

• Great opportunity to join the team at the Dental Hospital (Oral Health Centre of Western Australia) and the UWA School of Dentistry, and experience both worlds of delivering clinical services to patients and higher education at the same time. Situated in the heart of the hospital precinct in Nedlands and being part of the health environment, the opportunity is unique and rewarding.
• Level 6, full-time appointment on a 2-year fixed term basis.
• Base salary range: $87,460 – $92,430 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

Part of the School of Dentistry’s vision is to be recognised internationally as a contemporary, progressive, innovative and vibrant centre of excellence in dentistry and its mission is to achieve excellence in dental education, research and oral health care to the benefit of the local community and the advancement of dentistry globally. The School supports 25 academic staff in various disciplines, ~50 visiting clinical academic staff, a student load of ~255 EFTSLs for graduate and postgraduate coursework and higher degree research, with an annual budget of ~$5m. The Oral Health Centre of Western Australia (OHCWA) is a centre within The University of Western Australia and is the clinical service division of the School of Dentistry. OHCWA is the primary focus for oral health education, research and specialist care delivery in Western Australia. With an annual budget of ~$17m, it employs nearly 200 staff, treats over 15,000 patients a year and delivers a range of clinical and technical training programs.

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will, under minimal direction, provide high level executive and administrative support to the Head of School of Dentistry and Director of the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia. The appointee will take a lead role in the administration and maintenance of office procedures to ensure the efficient operation of the office.

About you

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant qualification and/or substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email.
• Highly developed verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.
• Experience working in a University or similar large complex organisation preferred but not essential.

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Executive Assistant] - Position Number [300576] - ...[4].pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria .

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 7 February 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Robin Ford on (08) 6488 7646 or at [email protected].

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected]  with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.