Executive Assistant

Role title: Executive Assistant

• Salary Package – LHI Officer Grade 5 - $89,238 to $97,115 plus 11.5% superannuation
• Temporary full-time role (38 hours per week) opportunity until 30 June 2026
• Location - Lord Howe Island

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About the role

The Lord Howe Island Board (LHIB) is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to support a busy Senior Executive team. In this challenging but rewarding role, you will be the first point of contact for all senior executive administrative support services.

As the Executive Assistant you'll work closely with several Senior Executives primarily the LHIB CEO. You'll provide a range of executive support services including diary, records and correspondence management, document preparation, meeting scheduling and support including: minutes, agendas, travel, catering and accommodation arrangements. In this diverse role, no two days will be the same. You will join a friendly work environment and be supported by a close-knit team.

About You

You're an excellent communicator who is responsive and thrives in a fast-paced busy environment with changing priorities. You take the initiative to complete all tasks, big or small and enjoy providing a high level of service to clients, stakeholders, and Senior executives. You can exercise confidentiality when dealing with sensitive topics and can build trusted professional relationships.

Essential Requirements – As detailed in the Role Description

• Experience providing support for executive management
• High level computer skills, particular the use of Microsoft Office suite

For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Assistant Lord Howe Island Board

Who we are

Lord Howe Island is located in the Tasman Sea approximately 700km north east of Sydney and is part of NSW. The Island has a high proportion of rare and endemic birds, plants, and invertebrates, and has the southernmost coral reef in the world. Three-quarters of the Island is within the Permanent Park Preserve, which is managed similarly to a national park. There are approximately 445 residents and tourism is the major industry and source of income on the Island. Approximately 16,000 people visit the Island each year and there are 21 accommodation lodges.

The Lord Howe Island Board (the Board) is a statutory authority established under the provisions of the Lord Howe Island Act 1953. The Board is responsible to the NSW Minister for the Environment and comprises four Islanders elected by the local community and three members appointed by the Minister. It is charged with the care, control and management of the Island and the affairs and trade of the Island. It is also responsible for the care, improvement and welfare of the Island and residents. "Island" as defined by the Act includes Lord Howe Island and all adjacent islands and coral reefs within one marine league of the Island. Ball's Pyramid and adjacent islands are also included in this definition.

The Lord Howe Island Board is part of the Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) cluster. Lord Howe Island Board members and staff are employed under section 21 of the Government Sector Employment and Management Act 2013, by DCCEEW. Ensuring a sustainable NSW through climate change and energy action, water management, environment and heritage protection.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, and offers job share and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the Premier's Priorities and welcome applications from all.

For more information regarding Lord Howe Island (Board) and information that should be taken into consideration about living and working on Lord Howe Island, review Candidate Information Document.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the Premier's Priorities and welcome applications from all.

For more information regarding Lord Howe Island (Board) and information that should be taken into consideration about living and working on Lord Howe Island, review Candidate Information Document.

Before you apply

Accommodation is extremely difficult to find on Lord Howe Island and no accommodation assistance can be provided to the successful applicant. Applicants must demonstrate secured accommodation at time of application. A range of policies apply to living on Lord Howe Island which can be reviewed here.

How To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday 29th June 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Hiring Manager, [email protected] or on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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