Executive Assistant to the CEO

Uniting SA; South Australia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Wellbeing support

Career growth and development

Flexible and inclusive work

Generous parental leave

Job summary

UnitingSA is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO who will be a trusted, highly visible partner ensuring the CEO is organized, prepared and focused on the organisation's highest priorities. You will operate across a complex, fast-paced environment supporting strategic executive activities.

Sitting within the Office of the CEO, you will coordinate critical activities with the Executive Team, Board Directors and senior leaders, manage competing priorities, and drive follow-through on key

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting a CEO or senior executives.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement.
• Degree in Business Administration or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic executive support to the CEO.
• Coordinate activities across the Office of the CEO.
• Manage calendar, meetings, and communications.
• Prepare materials for governance and senior leadership.
• Act as a trusted liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

CEO support

Executive coordination

Stakeholder management

Discretion & confidentiality

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

• Work alongside an experienced CEO in a highly trusted and influential role
• Contribute to meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve

This is a rare opportunity to partner directly with the new Chief Executive Officer of one of South Australia's largest and most respected not-for-profit organisations.

As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will be a trusted and highly visible partner, ensuring the CEO is organised, prepared and focused on the organisation's highest priorities. Working across a complex and fast-paced environment, you'll provide strategic executive support, coordinate critical activities, manage competing priorities and drive follow-through on key commitments and organisational initiatives.

This role sits within the Office of the CEO and works closely with the Executive Team, Board Directors, senior leaders and key external stakeholders, making it ideal for a highly capable executive assistant who thrives on variety, influence and making a meaningful impact.

You will play a critical role in supporting organisational leadership and governance, helping ensure the CEO can focus on strategic priorities that drive meaningful outcomes for our clients, workforce and community.

At UnitingSA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. For more than 100 years, we have worked alongside individuals, families and communities to create positive change and improve lives.

What You’ll Bring

• Significant experience supporting a CEO, Executive Team, Board Directors or senior executives within a medium to large complex organisation.


• Demonstrated ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.


• Outstanding organisational, coordination and prioritisation skills, with a strong focus on accountability and outcomes.


• Highly developed interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.


• A tertiary qualification in Business Administration or a related discipline, and/or equivalent

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging: Boost your take-home pay with up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings through salary packaging, enjoy an extra $2,650 tax-free annually with our Meal and Entertainment Card, and save on vehicle costs with tax-effective novated leasing options.


• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for both professional and personal support.


• Career Growth and Development: We are committed to your continuous personal and professional development through regular training and upskilling opportunities.


• Flexible and Inclusive Work Environment: Embrace Casual Fridays and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while working.


• Generous Parental Leave: Benefit from our paid parental leave policy, supporting you during one of life’s most important milestones, with 16 weeks paid leave.

If you would like to know more about this role, please reach out to Michelle Hawkins, People Experience Business Partner on 0436 381858 for a confidential discussion.

You can review the Job Description attached below.

We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with all abilities and diversities.

Our employment screenings vary based on role requirements. These measures ensure we recruit individuals who align with our standards.

Applications close Friday 20th Novmeber 2026.

Please note, UnitingSA retains the right to close this advert earlier upon identifying a suitable candidate.

Our application process is mobile-friendly for your convenience.