• Central CBD location
• Hybrid work options and Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Salary range: $70,000 to $90,000 total package including Super & leave loading. 

About Us

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) serves as the primary organisation representing the psychiatry medical specialty in Australia and New Zealand. Our mission focuses on training, educating, and advocating for psychiatrists in both countries, with a vision for excellence and equity in the provision of mental health care.

Position overview

Join our team as a key player in the Office of the President and CEO (OPCEO), where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. This role isn't just about maintaining administrative systems - it's about continuous improvement and being the go-to person for the EA to the CEO. If you're ready for a busy role where your skills make a real impact, apply now and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation and collaboration. 

Key responsibilities:

• Review and prioritise incoming enquiries, preparing responses for review by the CEO, President or Legal Officer.
• Prepare high-quality correspondence, reports, documents, and presentations.
• Prepare meeting agendas, coordinating the recording of meeting minutes and actions.
• Efficiently schedule and plan various meetings, forums, and events, managing travel arrangements and catering as needed.
• Provide executive support to the RANZCP President-Elect, as required.
• Foster effective communication between the Office of the CEO, President, Board, College members, stakeholders, collaborators, and staff.
• Continuously improve administrative systems, correspondence management processes, and templates.
• Step in to provide executive support cover for the EA to the CEO during periods of leave.
• Undertake other duties as required by the CEO and EA to the CEO.

Qualifications and experience

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience providing administrative assistance and support to an Executive Director or General Manager, or Committees.
• Qualifications and/or equivalent experience in business administration or education is desirable.
• Experience working with, and a solid understanding of, Committees and/or Boards, and membership organisations is desirable.
• Experience in a wide range of administrative tasks, including arranging meetings and events, liaising with varied catering companies, meeting venues and hotels is desirable.
• Eligibility Requirement: Applicants must be either an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen.

Working with RANZCP

At RANZCP, our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a range of benefits including monthly RDOs, hybrid work arrangements, competitive salaries, and ample training and development opportunities.

How to apply

Please submit your application through the Expr3ss link. Include a single document containing both your resume and a cover letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses your qualifications, relevant experience, and individual capabilities for the position. Refer to the position description (PD) for additional information. 

For any queries related to this position please email [email protected]. We do not accept referrals from agencies.

Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 22 April 2024. Please note, this is a readvertised position and candidates may be contacted for interview at any time. Previous applicants need not apply. 

At the RANZCP, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that respects and values the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals.  We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and Maaori peoples, and we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees.