• Hybrid working options
• 5 weeks' annual leave
• Great team culture

Ko wai mātau | About us

The people at Whakatāne District Council love what we do because we do it for others, and that feels good. We work hard and we know it's important to stop and play too. We're on a learning journey because we know we can always do better, and we know we're better together. Will you come on that journey with us? You'll get access to a range of staff benefits. You'll never be more than half an hour away from rivers, lakes, forests, beaches, and great walks - most are just on your doorstep. We love this place, and you will too.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

As an Executive Assistant, you will play a critical role in providing professional and efficient support to a key member of our Executive Leadership Team. This includes managing a wide range of administrative responsibilities such as diary and correspondence management, document preparation, and coordination of meetings and travel. You'll also engage with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring that operations run smoothly and that the Executive Leadership Team member is well-prepared to meet organisational and community objectives.

Your proactive approach, organisational expertise, and attention to detail will help shape the day-to-day success of the executive and their team.

Ko wai koe | About you

You'll be joining a team that envisions being better together. To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• At least 3 years' experience in executive support
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A proactive mindset and the ability to anticipate needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, maintaining confidentiality and building trust across diverse teams and stakeholders
• Team player skills that uphold Council's values
• An understanding of local government
• Skills in managing diaries, correspondence, reporting, and stakeholder relationships
• Exceptional attention to detail, process improvement focus, and problem-solving ability.

Ngā whaipainga | Our values

• We're always learning and improving - Toitū te Taumata
• We're passionate and proud - Toitū te Mauri Ora
• We work as one team - Toitū te Mahi Tahi
• We put people at the heart of everything we do - Toitū te Tangata
• We care about our environment - Toitū te Taiao

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Leny Woolsey, General Manager Strategy & Growth on 07 306 0500 during office hours. Please note our office will be closed from 24th December 2024 to 6th January 2025 so applicants will be reviwed and contacted after then.