Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Executive Assistant (Congressional, Pacific Affairs &[...]

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Executive Assistant (Congressional, Pacific Affairs & International Development) - PN 20927 - LE4 Ongoing, full time

USD $77,820 - $91,032

Washington D.C, United States of America About the position Under general direction the Executive Assistant ensures the smooth operation of the offices and provision of administrative support to the Minister Counsellor (Congressional Liaison) and Minister Counsellor (Pacific Affairs and International Development). This position involves managing administrative tasks, overseeing office operations, coordination of schedules, and key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. The position also includes preparing correspondence, briefings, reports, and ensuring organisational efficiency, while upholding confidentiality and professionalism. This is a full‑time position that may involve working outside standard office hours, supporting functions, providing backup support during staff absences, and undertaking additional duties as needed. Eligibility for employment for a foreign mission in the US – Visa and Citizenship Information A US citizen or US lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (18 years or older), or In possession of an Employment Authorisation Document (EAD) which allows the holder to work outside the sponsoring organisation (for example, a derivative EAD or green card in progress) or eligible to apply for one, or In possession of an A2 visa or eligible to apply for one (20 years or older), or In possession of a derivative A visa and a registered member (18 years or older) of a diplomat's household, or In possession of a valid G visa or eligible to apply for one (20 years or older), or In possession of a valid derivative G visa and a registered member (18 years or older) of the principal’s household. * Employment based upon an A2 visa is limited to 5 years and cannot be extended. All periods of employment on an A2 visa at any Embassy, Consulate or foreign government office are included in the 5-year limit. All members of the A2 principal visa holder's household will be issued A visas or must change to an A visa as this visa class takes precedence. Those employees with a pathway to US permanent residency must take it up as soon as they become eligible. Remuneration package USD $77,820 - $91,032 (New starters commence at base of salary range). Benefits We offer a competitive package of benefits which includes Employer‑subsidised medical group insurance (employees pay between 6 and 16%) 22 days annual leave per year 18 days sick leave per year 14 public holidays per year Performance Management Locally engaged staff engaged in an ongoing or fixed term capacity who are employed on 31 March, have worked in the role for at least 100 working days and meet performance standards are eligible to receive a salary advancement or a bonus if at the top of their level. Additional Information Applicants must be a citizen of Australia, United States, Canada, United Kingdom or New Zealand to apply. This position requires a satisfactory pre‑employment check. The inability to satisfy a pre‑employment check prevents that applicant from being employed. The Fair Work Act 2009 is not intended to apply to the employment of Locally Engaged Staff at Australia’s overseas diplomatic and consular missions. Any successful candidate’s terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the laws of the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade