Executive Assistant

Reference NumberSF/461- Job TypeFull Time

• PackageBand 5 plus 11% superannuation

Full Time Band 5

Work in a supportive team environment with lots of variety

Based in Alexandra or hybrid arrangements are available.

Make a significant difference in our community

Murrindindi Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant - Governance & Directors to provide administrative and executive support to the Director People & Corporate Performance.

In addition to executive support, the role coordinates the Council governance function.

About this opportunity

In this role of Executive Assistant - Governance & Directors, you will work closely with the Executive Assistant team and Corporate Governance Officer as a supportive unit in helping the organisation run smoothly.

You will be a conduit for information and communication between the respective Executive and their stakeholders, to prioritise, facilitate and/or resolve matters as expediently as possible, and within the boundaries of the position represent the Council and Executive team in these communications.

You will be responsible for coordinating the Council governance support which requires a high level of attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.

You will:

• Provide high level executive administration support.
• Coordinate a calendar and scheduling service.
• Provide a professional and courteous first point of contact service for internal and external relations.
• Work with the Executive Assistant team and Corporate Governance Officer as a supportive unit, providing backup support where required.
• Implement and maintain operating procedures and systems to ensure the coordinated operation and organisation of the Groups.
• Provide executive support for key meetings chaired by the Directors.
• Provide support, advice and guidance to other administrative staff as required.
• Coordinate Council governance support.

What you will bring

• Proven experience in a senior level administrative role.
• A solid background in administrative project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, multitask a complex workload and work to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to research issues & identify solutions.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• System and process improvement skills.
• Highly proficient across the Microsoft Office suite.

What we offer

Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea.

The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields.

We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.

We offer a supportive and flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.

How to apply
For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact David Echeverry - Acting Manager Governance & Risk at
- or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.

Applications close at 11.45 pm, on 1 September 2023
Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council's Enterprise Agreement.

It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:

• Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
• Undertakes a Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer
• Able travel to different work sites within the Murrindindi Shire, such as providing evidence of a current Victorian Driver's licence.

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