Executive Assistant to Mayor

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia City of Monash Full time

**Job no**: 495299
**Categories**: Administration and Office Support, Government and Defence
Temporary (Fixed Term) Full-time position, until February 2026
Salary from $108,024 + Superannuation
Flexible Work arrangement available
Glen Waverley Location
Applications close Sunday 19 January 2025
City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
About the Position
The Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Councillors position sits in the Corporate Governance & Legal team of the Corporate Services division of Council. The division encompasses several key areas aimed at enhancing the council's operations and service delivery, which include ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
This opportunity is a 12-month maternity leave placement from February 2025 - February 2026.
Skills and Experience
Exemplary ability to liaise with public sector dignitaries, skillfully communicating with diplomacy
Navigating and managing highly sensitive information with an informed and competent approach
Advanced skills in administrative and organisational management, with an accomplished ability to plan ahead, act and prepare documentation within guidelines, and to deadline
Sound independent decision-making skills with an ability to operate at a high-functioning level during times of pressure
Well-developed oral and written communications skills including ability to prepare correspondence, research reports and results
**Requirements**:
Flexibility in hours (after hours/ functions/events) as required
Current drivers’ licence
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant in a similar role
Excellence in verbal and written communication to contribute to workplace culture, the preparation of correspondence, and liaising broadly with others
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion
Satisfactory National Police Check; and
Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

**Benefits**:
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
Vibrant health and well
- being programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities
Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications close SUNDAY 19 JANUARY 2025 at 11:55pm.
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

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