About AIEF

hard heads, soft hearts, capable hands

Australian Indigenous Education Foundation (AIEF) was established in 2008 in response to community demand from Indigenous families who choose to enrol their children in boarding schools.

Bringing together the government and private sector, AIEF provides scholarship funding for Indigenous students to complete Year 12 or tertiary studies, with career support and mentoring to help them make a successful transition to employment.

Backed by some of Australia’s most influential business, philanthropic, media and community leaders, AIEF has grown from one scholarship student in 2008 to now supporting over 1,500 young Indigenous people from over 500 communities in every state and territory of Australia.

AIEF has consistently achieved annual retention and Year 12 completion rates and career transition rates above 90% since funding its first scholarship in 2008.

About the Role

This is an opportunity for an early to mid-career professional wanting real scope in their role beyond traditional executive support. We’re looking for an organised and proactive professional ready to provide high-level support to our Chief of Staff to ensure organisation-wide priorities, reporting and projects are on track.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide high-quality executive support to the Chief of Staff
- Manage competing priorities, workflows and key deadlines
- Draft correspondence, briefings and executive communications




- Coordinate organisation-wide reporting and track key deliverables
- Prepare executive-level documents, presentations and submissions
- Support CRM workflows, reporting and project administration
- Work across teams to keep projects moving and ensure commitments are met

Required Skills and Experience

- Proven experience in executive support, coordination, administration or project management
- Solid judgement, initiative and a proactive approach
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and building relationships
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- A collaborative, proactive approach and genuine commitment to AIEF’s mission
- Experience working in Indigenous education is desirable

Benefits of working with AIEF

- Work with purpose and see the impact of your work every day
- Access up to $18,550 in salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- Seven additional paid leave days per year
- Centrally located Surry Hills office, close to Central Station, cafés and restaurants
- 4 days in office, optional WFH Wednesdays
- Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support

To be considered for this role, apply with your Resume and a Cover Letter of one page addressing the selection criteria and your suitability for the role.

Applications will be reviewed immediately and on a rolling basis, so don’t wait to apply.

📌 Executive Coordinator (Surry Hills)
🏢 Australian Indigenous Education Foundation
📍 Surry Hills