Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, continuing
Location: Acton Campus, Canberra

Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANU08_ExecutiveOfficer.pdf

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Position overview

The Australian National University (ANU) is seeking a highly capable Executive Officer to support the Director Regulatory Affairs and Engagement, and the work of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor.

As the Executive Officer, you will be responsible for providing advice and support towards strategic initiatives; secretariate and communications support to committees across the University; and the provision of administrative support. You will collaborate closely with the offices of senior university executives, academic and professional staff, government agencies, and other key stakeholders to support the delivery of outcomes that align with the University's priorities.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with the ability to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. Your skillset will include:

• Exceptional strategic capacity, and proven ability to exercise judgement and discretion in a high-profile, confidential environment;
• The ability to work at a high level, coordinating multiple tasks rapidly and accurately; 
• Excellent organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to prioritise competing demands, whilst maintaining attention to detail and exercising sound judgement while working autonomously and within a team;
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, including confidence and ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders; and 
• Knowledge of challenges facing the Australian higher education sector, and the strategic context of the ANU, would be an advantage for this role.

For further information please contact Yana Potrebica, Director, Regulatory Affairs and Engagement, at yana.potrebica@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (no more than two pages).
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence. 

Closing date: Sunday, 11/10/2026, 11:55PM (AEST)