Executive Assistant

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Randstad Australia Full time

Executive Assistant – Short-Term Contract

Location: CANBERRA CITY
Contract: 3-Month Contract (possibility of extension)
Sector: Not-for-Profit / Community Services
Hourly Rate: (depending on experience)

Make a Difference While Supporting a Vision-Driven Leader

My client is a purpose-driven not-for-profit organisation dedicated to community wellbeing, education equity, environmental sustainability. As we navigate a busy period, we are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support our CEO (or Executive Director) on a short-term contract basis.

About the Role

This is a fast-paced and rewarding role supporting a passionate and dynamic executive team. You'll be the right-hand person to the CEO, providing high-level administrative support and helping the leadership team stay focused on mission-critical work.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide daily executive support to the CEO, including inbox and calendar management
  • Coordinate meetings, agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions
  • Assist with travel arrangements and event coordination
  • Draft correspondence, reports, and presentations with professionalism and confidentiality
  • Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners
  • Manage filing, records, and document compliance in line with NFP standards
About You

You are a seasoned EA who thrives in a values-led environment. You bring professionalism, flexibility, and a calm, can-do attitude to every task. You also have:

  • Previous experience supporting a C-suite executive (CEO, ED, GM, etc.)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
  • Advanced MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Experience in the NFP sector (highly regarded but not essential)
  • Available to start immediately or on short notice

If you can start ASAP and this role applies to you, please click apply now and someone will be in contact with you.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

Skills

Experience working in C-suite support, high-level administration, and as an EA.

Qualifications

  • Experience working in a high-level admin role
  • Experience working as an EA

Education

Vocational/Professional Qualification

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