Executive Assistant

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• Vice-Chancellor and President Division
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $95,618 to $107,560 pa (including salary of $80,799 to $90,890 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The Office of the Vice-Chancellor and President leads CQUniversity’s strategic direction, governance, and stakeholder engagement. Within this, the Office of the Associate Vice-President (Rockhampton and Central Highlands) drives regional priorities, community partnerships, and high-quality educational outcomes across local campuses.

As an Executive Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering high-level support to management, acting as a trusted point of contact and ensuring seamless communication between the office and its internal and external stakeholders. Additional responsibilities include:

• Providing executive support including diary, travel, and correspondence management.
• Acting as a professional first point of contact for stakeholders.
• Coordinating office workflows, committee support, and financial tasks.
• Assisting with events, reporting, and minor project administration.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or completion of an associate diploma and at least two years subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Proficient in computer operation, including business software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email) and corporate information systems.
• Proven ability to operate in a cooperative and collaborative team-based environment, including contributing to the achievements of team goals, KPIs, and project outcomes.
• Current C Class Driver’s License
• Blue card (Working with children positive notice)

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 28 September 2025 

  
Job Requisition ID: 6511

Contact Details: 

Kim Harrington

(07) 4923 2036

k.harrington@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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