Administration Officer - Deputy Executive Director - Catholic Education, Diocese of Cairns

  • 495255
  • Cairns
  • Catholic Education Services - Diocese of Cairns
  • Cairns Catholic Education Office
  • Full time - Permanent

Administration Officer - Deputy Executive Director

Commencement Date: As soon as possible

Employment Type:  Full-Time Permanent

Salary Range: CESO Level 4 -$80,318 to $90,765 gross per annum

Closing Date for Applications:  3pm 24 December 2025 (Unless filled prior) - Apply quickly, Don't wait!

Catholic Education Cairns

The 30 Catholic schools and colleges of the Cairns Diocese educate almost 11,500 students – from Tully in the South, west to the Atherton Tablelands, and north to the Torres Strait.

A Catholic education provides an educational foundation for life to the full; a quality education that is not merely academic, but also focuses on full development of the child – intellectually, spiritually, physically, morally and emotionally. We challenge our students to find meaning and value in their lives, develop communal obligations and aspirations, espouse values which unite society infused by a commitment to social justice, and become compassionate and contributing members of our world.

About the Role

The Executive Support Officer plays a vital role in modelling and promoting the Mission and Values of Catholic Education Services (CES) while providing high-level administrative and confidential support to the Deputy Executive Director. This position ensures the effective coordination of calendars, meetings, projects, and events, while assisting with professional development activities. By delivering accurate, timely, and professional support across a wide range of responsibilities, the role contributes to the smooth functioning of CES leadership and strengthens collaboration with staff, schools, and the wider community.

Work Requirements

  • Experience in providing high level administrative support at executive level. 
  • Intermediate to advanced computer literacy skills and knowledge Microsoft Office applications.
  • Organisational and planning skills and ability to prioritise workload to meet deadline.
  • Proven experience in a similar role involving departmental diary, travel and event management 
  • Hold a Working with Children Blue Card.
  • Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education.

What we offer

  • Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
  • Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service 
  • 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave (upon completion of 12 months continuous service)
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness Passport Membership

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter (max 2 pages outlining your experience, reason for applying for the position and addressing the mandatory qualifications and requirements of the role)

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Download File Position Description - Exec Administration Officer.pdf

For Enquiries: Please email hr@cns.catholic.edu.au 

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.