Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 847196
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for an Executive Assistant to join the Executive team at the Department of Treasury & Finance on an ongoing basis.

Remuneration:  ASO6 – Salary Range $102,171 – 108,071 p.a.

About the opportunity:

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Chief Executive Officer at a senior level, providing strategic influence and exposure across The South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) and broader government. It is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and wants to play a key role in shaping executive decision-making, building strong stakeholder relationships, and contributing to continuous improvement in a central government agency.

The Executive Assistant reports to the Chief Operating Officer, SAFA.

About you:

• Sound understanding of the principles required to deliver executive assistant services to senior management in a sensitive and political environment.
• Excellent time management and organisation skills and ability to work independently or as a member of a team, under limited direction to deliver outcomes within agreed timelines.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise, consult and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with a wide range of people and a proven ability to produce user friendly communication that is clear, concise and accurate.
• Proven ability to anticipate needs, be proactive, amend priorities, and respond to changing circumstances and needs.
• Proven ability to analyse problems and demonstrate autonomy and initiative in developing and implementing alternative solutions and strategies, and to present findings in a clear and concise manner.

To be successful:

• Control and manage the operation of the Executive Office by establishing and maintaining effective relationships, coordinating information and providing appropriate high level secretarial and administrative support to the Chief Executive, which includes monitoring and managing email correspondence to ensure appropriate and timely responses.
• Coordinate urgent enquiries on behalf of the CEO (as appropriate) ensuring resolution and quality control of responses ensuring conformity to Government policies and standards.
• Exercising a high level of autonomy and judgement in managing complex correspondence, briefings, and operational issues on behalf of the CEO, with responsibility for ensuring compliance with statutory and policy requirements.
• Comprehensive high-level meeting and event coordination (e.g. interjurisdictional events) and management of CEO’s travel arrangements (intrastate, interstate and overseas), including the preparation of itineraries and coordination of logistics.
• Undertaking peer review of briefing documents, correspondence and reports put forward by executive/management for the Chief Executive’s consideration and signature.

About us:

• At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
• We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
• Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

SAFA functions as a central financing authority, captive insurer, provider of advisory services and manager of the passenger and light commercial fleet operations for the Government of South Australia, SAFA plays an integral role in the overall management of the State Government’s finances and risks, harnessing economies of scale and high level of expertise to provide a range of treasury, insurance, commercial advisory and vehicle fleet management services to public sector clients, set by its strategic direction.

What we offer:

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Lisa Smith
Title: Chief Operating Officer
Tel: 8429 0702
email: lisa.smith5@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. A National Police clearance will be required.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 16/06/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Description - ASO6 - Executive Assistant - SAFA .pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.