Executive Assistant to the Dean Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

Executive Assistant to the Dean - Faculty of Art Design and Architecture Job No. : Location : Caulfield campusEmployment Type : Full-timeDuration : Continuing appointmentRemuneration : $96,768 - $104,450 pa HEW Level 06 (plus 17% employer superannuation) Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University Join our inclusive collaborative community Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them About Us At Monash Art Design and Architecture (MADA) we believe that creative thinking is essential to shaping socially responsible, culturally enriched and environmentally sustainable communities. Based at the Caulfield Campus, the cultural heart of Monash University, our Faculty brings together world‑class experts across fine art, design and architecture to drive innovation through rigorous practice and scholarship. We are a dynamic future‑focused Faculty committed to excellence, diversity and bold ideas. Learn more at the Opportunity. We are seeking a resourceful, digitally literate and culturally attuned Executive Assistant to provide high‑level support to the Dean of Monash Art Design and Architecture – a contemporary collaborative and values‑driven leader. Responsibilities This role offers core responsibilities such as complex calendar and travel coordination, supporting high‑level meetings and events, and streamlining office operations. In addition, you will contribute to areas that reflect the creative and outward‑facing nature of the Faculty, including: Acting as a key liaison with external partners across the creative, cultural and design industries Supporting stakeholder and relationship management initiatives and cultivating strong internal networks across the University Assisting with the Dean’s digital and social media presence, including drafting content and amplifying Faculty activities Helping shape communications, presentations and events that reflect the Faculty’s creative identity About You You are a curious and proactive professional with a strong grounding in administration and executive support complemented by experience in a creative, cultural or design‑related environment. You might come from a background as a studio manager, communications/operations lead or arts management and you are eager to bring that versatility, a sharp eye for detail, problem‑solving mindset and emotional intelligence to a university setting. Qualifications Outstanding organisational and time‑management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities in fast‑paced contexts Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to draft content for diverse audiences and digital platforms Confidence in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders from senior university leaders to cultural and industry partners The ability to plan, support and deliver events with confidence and finesse Initiative, adaptability and a collaborative mindset with a drive to learn and grow in the role To Apply Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people and people of all genders, sexualities and age groups. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments please contact us in an email titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request” for a confidential discussion. Your application must address the Key Selection criteria. Refer to How to apply for Monash Jobs . Enquiries: Ruth Bain, Faculty General Manager Applications Close: Thursday 23rd of October :55pm AEDT Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre‑employment and/or background checks required for the role as determined by the University. Supporting a diverse workforce Monash University recognises that its Australian campuses are located on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin nations and pays its respects to their elders past and present. #J-18808-Ljbffr