Executive Assistant to CEO & Mayor — Governance & Events

Litchfield Council; Humpty Doo; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

Superannuation

District allowance

Leave loading 17.5%

Job summary

Litchfield Council is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to support the CEO and Mayor. You will ensure both offices run efficiently, manage priorities, and handle confidential matters with discretion.

The role spans executive support, governance, stakeholder communication and official events in a dynamic local-government setting. Expect to coordinate diaries, correspondence, and council meetings while assisting with governance processes and special projects.

Qualifications

• At least two years experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior leadership.
• Experience in local government, governance or council meeting processes is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage the CEO and Mayor's diaries, appointments and priorities.
• Coordinate correspondence and ensure timely, professional responses.
• Research and report on special projects as directed by the CEO.
• Organise official functions and events, including Citizenship ceremonies.
• Prepare agendas and documentation for Council and Committee meetings in line with legislative requirements.
• Attend Council meetings, take minutes and coordinate follow-up actions.

Skills

Diary management

Stakeholder communication

Governance processes

Meeting coordination

Discretion and confidentiality

Job description

Litchfield Council is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to support the CEO and Mayor. You will ensure both offices run efficiently, manage priorities, and handle confidential matters with discretion.

The role spans executive support, governance, stakeholder communication and official events in a dynamic local-government setting. Expect to coordinate diaries, correspondence, and council meetings while assisting with governance processes and special projects.