Executive Coordinator - Office of the DDG, Projects

Job Reference QLD/CO674655/25T

Closing date January 25, 2026

Location Brisbane Inner City

Contact

07 3034 4750

About this job

About the Department

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the role

As the Executive Coordinator you will:

• Provide high level executive support to the Executive Director, Strategy & Governance while balancing conflicting priorities
• Work to deadlines and display a high degree of professionalism and judgement
• Possess the ability to maintain a high-level of confidentiality, in a fast paced and sensitive working environment.

Key responsibilities

As Executive Coordinator, your key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Manage the workflow of executive correspondence and requests throughout the Strategy & Governance team for the Executive Director in line with priorities established by the Executive Director
• Monitor important issues and follow up actions
• Maintain effective working relationships with the Deputy Director-General's office, Director-General's office, senior executives and key stakeholders
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in all administrative documents associated with activities within the division
• Assist with project support and coordination within the broader project team as required

About you

The ideal applicant will have the following key attributes:

• Strong executive coordination and organisational skills, with proven ability to manage competing priorities.
• Sound analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards across all executive deliverables.
• Ability to foster effective relationships and work collaboratively across diverse teams.
• A commitment to professionalism, accountability, and public sector values.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) that must clearly demonstrate how your skills and your work experiences to outline your suitability to deliver on the key responsibilities of the role.

*We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.*

*Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.*

*Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.*

Application Downloads

CO674655_25T - Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf

Apply now