Executive Assistant Job no: 493881 Work type: Full Time, Part Time Location: Head Office, Canberra Classification: DHA Level 5 About us DHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for, and housing related services to, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing, and housing related services, to ADF members and their families to support Defence’s operational needs. DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17,200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16,000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility, providing posting support, and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60,000 ADF members. To find out more about DHA, please refer to our website or read our latest Annual Report . About your team The Property Group is responsible for ensuring DHA has the number and type of properties required to meet the needs of Defence members. This includes all the ways we bring properties in and out of the portfolio, including developments, with an increased focus on commercial analysis and planning. About the role As Executive Assistant, you will provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Executive General Manager Property and General Manager Development and Construction. Working under limited supervision, you will anticipate and manage the requirements of the executives, supporting the business area to meet key strategic and operational objectives. You will assist with managing their time effectively, organise complex schedules, coordinate travel, and be responsible for a range of operational and secretariat tasks. Benefits for working at DHA include: 15.4% superannuation Generous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year Work-life balance and flexible working options A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience Career progression and opportunities A dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of need ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location For information on DHA’s Employee Value Proposition, visit our website . How to apply To apply, click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word pitch, addressing the requirements of the role. For more information about the role, click View Candidate Information Pack button below. Applications clo se: 11:55pm AEST Sunday, 19 April 2026. Any questions? Please contact Elly Chan, Property Group Business Manager T: 0423 210 650 E: Elly.Chan@dha.gov.au Order of Merit A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant. Inclusion and Diversity DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ, ex-defence members, mature aged employees and carers. RecruitAbility RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability Eligibility Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level. View Candidate Pack Advertised: 09 Apr 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time Applications close: 19 Apr 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time Employee Referral
