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The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a diverse and collaborative organisation that delivers services and initiatives across Ahpra. In this role you will be responsible for the provision of effective and efficient executive support, coordination and administration to enable the Executive Director to achieve their objectives. You will be professional, credible and your ability to build and foster key stakeholder relationships will see you succeed. 

This is a full time, fixed term (up to August 2025) opportunity that can be located in any Ahpra location.

 In this role you will:

• Provide confidential executive assistance whilst demonstrating a thorough understanding of the office and the key roles and responsibilities.
• Ensure diaries are efficiently managed, including scheduling appointments, arranging meetings, booking rooms and organising catering as required
• To respond promptly to stakeholder requests, collate and disseminate relevant information, resolve standard problems, escalate issues when required, and effectively prioritise time and capacity to respond to stakeholders
• Organise travel arrangements, including bookings and preparation of detailed itineraries.
• To assist in the delivery of projects within the Office as required
• Effectively manage relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:

• Extensive experience managing an office supporting a senior executive in a complex environment (public sector or corporate)
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgement and resolve issues independently while meeting tight deadlines in a changing environment
• Well-developed communication skills, including writing of agendas, minutes and correspondence
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to represent the Agency with senior stakeholders and deal appropriately with sensitive, confidential information
• Ideally have exposure to working within a regulatory body or government department  

Role descriptor:  Executive Assistant, Corporate Affairs & Regulatory Governance (CL5) - Nov 25.pdf

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy

What we offer:

• Great work/life balance with hybrid working arrangements - 2 days in the office and 3 at home offers the best of both worlds.
• A friendly and supportive working culture with an active social club
• Discounted health insurance and discounted gym memberships
• Generous provisions for personal leave, annual leave loading, and the ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Sophisticated open plan workspaces in a 5-star rated building in a central location
• Attractive salary of $103,718 per annum plus Superannuation

To apply:

• Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application
• Your application must include a current resume, cover letter and selection criteria addressing the 'As the ideal candidate" section of the advert (2 page maximum)
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact recruitment on recruitment@ahpra.gov.au
• Closing Date:11.55pm AEST Sunday 7 December 2025

Please note applications will be screened and shortlisted during the advertising period.  Should we receive suitable candidates during this time, the advertising period will cease.

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

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