AELERT Executive Officer – Expression of Interest

Jan 17, 2025

AELERT is looking for its next Executive Officer El1 – could it be you?

Expressions of interest are open now for this exciting role as part of a dynamic and high-performing team administering AELERT’s products and services to regulatory agencies and partner networks across Australasia and the world!

This is a fixed term opportunity until June 30, with an option to renew for another 12-months.

About the role
The Executive Officer provides high level executive support to AELERT to ensure it meets sound governance, fulfils its strategic objectives, and manages the day-to-day operations of the Leadership Team.

In this role you will be responsible for:

1.      Preparing high level briefings, reports and position papers to inform the AELERT National Council’s decision making and implement decisions.

2.      Managing the operation of the Secretariat as a high performing and responsive resource for the AELERT Chair and Chief Executive Officer.

3.      Cultivating productive working relationships with jurisdictional representatives, senior leaders in member agencies, Network Group Chairs and AELERT’s international and domestic partners.

4.      Managing, monitoring and reporting on the AELERT budget in accordance with Australian Government finance management requirements.

5.      Manage work programs and build new and innovative products, programs and services to benefit to AELERT member agencies.

6.      Working with a high level of autonomy determining day-to-day work priorities and represent AELERT at network events and member and partner engagements.

7.      Managing contracts in accordance with Australian Government procurement guidelines.

* The ability to travel interstate and/or work outside normal working hours as the need arises

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a current CV/resume and a statement of claims (no more than 750 words) outlining why you are interested in this position and why you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be considered for this role. Please provide examples which demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of the position.

If shortlisted, applicants may be asked to attend an interview to provide further examples against key areas/points to demonstrate their ability to perform the duties of the position.

Contact

Please submit your CV and statement of claims to aelert@dcceew.gov.au with the subject line ‘ATT: AELERT CEO Executive Officer EOI’ by COB Thursday 30 January.

Contact Gregory Abood on 0418 531 096 for more information about the role.

Expressions of Interest close Thursday 30 January 2025.

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