Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

State Government of Victoria, Australia; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

5 weeks annual leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Wellbeing programs & gym membership

Job summary

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) in Wangaratta, Victoria, seeks an Executive Assistant to provide confidential, high-level administrative support to the CEO and the Office of the CEO.

You will coordinate governance materials, prepare minutes and briefings, and act as a key liaison with external stakeholders to enable informed decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a CEO or senior executive in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communications for governance-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive executive support to the CEO and Office of the CEO.
• Coordinate governance documents, minutes, briefs and directorate reports.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including Ministerial and Parliamentary offices.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Governance support

Executive support

Discretion and confidentiality

Strategic communications

Tools

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Job description

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

We are seeking a highly capable and professional Executive Assistant to provide proactive, confidential, and high-level administrative support to our Chief Executive Officer. This pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of the Office of the CEO while supporting the organisation’s strategic and governance responsibilities.

As the trusted partner to the CEO, you will take proactive oversight of daily operations, acting as the principal point of contact for external stakeholders including Ministerial and Parliamentary offices, senior government officials, member and partner organisations, and members of the public. You will research and prepare high-quality correspondence, reports, and briefings on behalf of the CEO, and coordinate the preparation of minutes, executive papers, and directorate reports to support effective decision-making.

You will facilitate strong business systems and administrative processes, maintain oversight of key deadlines and strategic priorities, and work closely with Executive Directors to ensure the CEO’s commitments are delivered efficiently and effectively. In addition, you will lead and provide operational oversight to the team of Executive Assistants, modelling values-based communication and professional engagement at all times.

This is a critical leadership role for a highly organised, discreet, and strategic professional who thrives in a fast-paced executive environment and is committed to excellence in governance support.

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
• An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
• We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries.
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an addition week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Support for our diverse workforce