Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1886090
Executive Assistant- Fixed Term/Full Time
An exciting full-time opportunity exists for the position of Executive Assistant, Performance and Evaluation Division, 12 months fixed term from November 2025.
About the Department
The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society. The department supports a culture of leadership, learning and renewal in all workplaces with opportunities for career development and advancement. Further information about the department is available at: www.vic.gov.au/education
About the Division
The Performance and Evaluation Division (PED) collects, analyses and disseminates high-quality evidence to influence decision making across the Department, government agencies and service providers to improve outcomes for children, young people and adult learners.
The Division operates to deliver a set of connected services to provide the right information to the right people at the right time:
About the Role
Attributes
To be successful in this role, you will have well-developed communication, interpersonal, planning and organising skills. You will recognise the importance of continuous improvement, and seek opportunities to create more efficient and effective processes.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Desirable: A relevant tertiary qualification in a related field.
Desirable: Experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar position.
How to Apply
Applicants are advised to submit a written application addressing the Key Selection Criteria (in the attached position description) and a current resume with the names of two referees.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Emma Katauskas via (03) 7022 0708 or [email protected].
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Application closes: 3 October 2025