Secretary (General)
ANZSCO Code: 521211 / Group C
In order to provide assistance to managers and professionals Secretary (General) is responsible to perform administrative, clerical, and secretarial administrative duties. One of their responsibilities is to manage correspondence, scheduling conferences, the administration of documents, and the preparation of reports. In addition to providing essential support, a secretary often is a crucial communication link between the business and improves the efficiency of operations as well as increases efficiency. To succeed in this field, it’s vital to possess essential abilities including strong organizational skills and attention to specifics and proficiency in Office software.
Occupation description
For assistance to professionals and managers A secretary (General) is accountable for a wide range of administrative tasks, such as the clerical, secretarial, and administrative tasks. Tasks like managing the flow of information as well as scheduling appointments, organizing files, and preparing documents are examples of jobs that fall within this group. In addition to these duties, a Secretary is accountable to play a major role in encouraging communication within the office, contributing to the smooth functioning of the company. To be successful in this job you must have a strong sense of organization paying close to the finer details and be skilled in office software. These are all aspects that aid in maintaining an efficient and productive working environment.
The following occupations are not suitable under the ANZSCO code
- Personal Assistant (ANZSCO Code 521111)
- Legal Secretary (ANZSCO Code 521212)
- Office Manager (ANZSCO Code 512111)
- Receptionist (ANZSCO Unit Group 5421)
- Medical Secretary (ANZSCO Unit Group 5421)
They are not listed in ANZSCO.
General Secretary is a VETASSESS Group C
The job requires a qualification which is equivalent to the educational standard equivalent to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or greater.
The applicants can satisfy the requirements for assessing the job in any of four methods.
*These levels of education in highly relevant fields are comparable
- AQF Diploma
- AQF Advanced Diploma
- AQF Associate Degree or
- AQF Graduate Diploma
To be able to pass the Skills Assessment, applicants must have worked at an equivalent level of competence for a minimum of one to three years in a highly relevant position (20 hour or more per workweek) within the five years prior to the date of the application. At least four years of work experience is required. This includes three years of work experience which was not completed in the past five years and at minimum one year of work experience in the preceding five years before the application.
If the candidate worked in a position prior to attaining the required qualification, they must show that they possess at least one year of work experience that is equivalent to the skills within the last five years. The most current three years can be included in the previous 10 years. To permit an evaluation for skills assessment Skills Assessment to go well both the quality of education as well as the duration of work must to be evaluated positively.
Qualification and Employment Criteria
AQF Diploma (or higher)
Other disciplines that are relevant to the work situation may be considered on an individual basis (if the job is very relevant).
Research areas that are highly relevant:
- Business Administration
- Management
- Office Management
Employment
The most important responsibilities are:
- Collaboration with colleagues to plan meetings and share information.
- Documents for briefing, reports, and letters, all while ensuring accuracy in grammar and format.
- Making appointments and coordinating travel plans.
- Processing of both inbound and outgoing mail, archiving and filing documents.
- Answering calls, responding to questions and directing calls when needed.
- Doing dictation on letters, documents and so on, and accurately transcribing the documents.
- We welcome visitors by identifying their needs and then directing them towards the right person.
- Perhaps implementing management-related decisions, and recording meetings.
- They might also be accountable to bookkeeping processes and the management of cash with a small amount.
Material to support evaluation
Candidates interested in this job should include an organizational chart in their application. The chart must include the letterhead of the business and clearly display your position name as well as those of your superiors, subordinates and all positions reporting directly to your supervisor or subordinates.
Additionally, applicants should provide information about any relevant professional or training-related classes they have taken. This information should be listed on the Curriculum Vitae or resume that you submit.
How to apply
1. Find
Find the VETASSESS occupation that best matches your abilities and experience.
2. Match
Match your skills and experience to your chosen occupation.
3. Prepare
Get ready to apply by preparing all the information and documents you need.
4. Apply
Apply online when you’re ready. If you’re still unsure, skills assessment support is available when you need it.
Pricing Plan
NORMAL PLAN
25 WORKING DAYS
$600
✅ Documentation help
✅ Reference letter writing
✅ Lodgment help
✅ Guidance through the process
✅ Review of the documents
ROYAL PLAN
17 WORKING DAYS
$1200
✅ Documentation help
✅ Reference letter writing
✅ Lodgment help
✅ Guidance through the process
✅ Review of the documents
COMBO PLAN
22 WORKING DAYS
$800
✅ Documentation help
✅ Reference letter writing
✅ Lodgment help
✅ Guidance through the process
✅ Review of the documents