Executive Assistant to Director of Strategy and Innovation- REQ592311
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- REQ592311 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration: 84436 - 112331 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ592311
Location: Negotiable across Westmead and Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 14 August 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
Services are provided in communication, customer service, office management, project management, travel & conferences and specific functions related to the Director's portfolio.
Effective management of the administrative aspects to support both the Director and directorate overall by ensuring that timely and accurate information is provided to support the Director.
Collaborating with the other Executive Assistants in ensuring that the overall executive services are maintained and supported to a high level.
Gathering relevant information in a timely fashion to enable responses to matters to be drafted for Director's consideration, which may include briefings, correspondence to internal and external stakeholders and all-user communication internally.
Participating in group discussions to ensure that the executive services team meet the needs of the executive.
Ensuring that timely communication around issues pertinent to the directorate and the Network are issued and received to inform responses to correspondence.
Provide high level and proactive support to the Directorate committees, including the preparation of agenda and meeting papers as well as minute taking and follow up of post meeting actions.
Support the Director with appropriate and timely preparation of documentation and reports to meet regulatory requirements.
About You
- Has proficient use of equipment and software such as MS Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, calendar, tasks), and understanding of TRIM (record management software).
- Values the ability to show initiative and use sound judgment and work collaboratively and as part of a team as well as independently and ability to manage a high workload, prioritise tasks whilst under sustained pressure, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
- Demonstrates prior success in delivering high level support services to Executive staff and demonstrated experience in project management.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
- NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
- SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
- Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
- Eligibility List – An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
Further Contacts and Support
Please contact Bart Cavalletto on bart.cavalletto@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au.
Please let bart.cavalletto@health.nsw.gov.au know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
