Executive Assistant

Brilliant opportunity to support the Chief Executive of a community focussed organisation
- Full-time, permanent hybrid position (WFH and Doncaster location)
- Collaborative, values-based culture

At Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. It is our promise to every patient and sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to the Victorian public, you join an organisation dedicated to bringing a vision of ‘Outstanding emergency health care every time' to life.
About the position
Ambulance Victoria is currently seeking a suitably experienced Executive Assistant to provide a high level of support to the Chief Executive.
A key member of the Office of the Chief Executive, this position will be integral to the provision of a range of efficient, timely and confidential administrative and executive support services to the Chief Executive and will be required to act as the first point of contact for all enquiries, mail, and requests for the Chief Executive.
With accountability on the management of day-to-day activities to support the Chief Executive as well as workflow and office management of the Executive Office and administrative support officers, this position will be critical to
- All aspects of diary management and associated arrangements, scheduling, and bookings (i.e. meetings, travel, accommodation, events)
- Assigning and managing a range of administrative and clerical services including filing, records management, mail, maintenance of registers and databases and all associated stock and ordering requirements within the Executive Office
- Reviewing and preparing of correspondence, reports, and briefs to ensure all information is collated and disseminated as required in a timely and accurate manner
- Contributing to a safe, lawful, and respectful workplace culture through the modelling of ethical and positive behaviours consistent with the AV values

About you
Suited to motivated self-starter, the successful applicant will possess
- Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant or similar, providing support at the senior level, preferably to CEO's and/or boards in complex organisations such as government or healthcare
- Strong communication skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships and influence, negotiate, and generate buy-in with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external
- Effective written communication skills with the ability to write in an accurate, clear, and concise manner
- Demonstrated success in effective planning, organising and time management and meeting objectives and set timeframes

This position is graded at the AV4 level under the Ambulance Victoria (Management and Administrative Staff Enterprise Agreement 2021).
This position will be a permanent full-time position. Hybrid working options are available however it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at our Doncaster headquarters.
Working at AV
We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you're ready to play an integral role and deliver results that help make a real difference, we want to hear from you
Successful applicants will need to have received the mandated COVID-19 vaccinations and be willing to complete executive pre-employment screening including Misconduct and Police Checks.
How to apply
- A covering letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position
- A resume

At all levels of our organisation, a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people.