Executive Assistant to the Mayor – Community Engagement

Byron Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Byron Shire Council seeks an Executive Assistant to the Mayor to provide high-level administrative and advisory support, coordinating complex schedules and engagements with Councillors, staff, government agencies and the community. You will prepare correspondence, briefings and engage with digital content creation to support the Mayoral Office and Council communications.

The role requires strong organisational skills, discretion and the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders,

Qualifications

• Qualification in Business Administration, Media/Communications or related discipline.
• Proven experience providing confidential executive support in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including reports, correspondence and media communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build productive relationships with elected representatives, senior leaders and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive, administrative and advisory support to the Mayor, ensuring the Mayoral Office operates effectively.
• Manage complex schedules, appointments and competing priorities for the Mayor.
• Act as a key contact for Councillors, staff, government agencies, community organisations, media and the public.
• Coordinate meetings and events, including agendas, briefs, minutes and follow-ups.
• Prepare high-quality correspondence, reports and media responses for the Mayor.
• Develop engaging digital and social media content to support community engagement.
• Exercise discretion and confidentiality on sensitive or politically aware matters.
• Contribute to a customer-focused and collaborative culture while representing Byron Shire Council.

Skills

Executive support

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Written communication

Social media content creation

Education

Business Administration

Media/Communications

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Job description

Byron Shire Council seeks an Executive Assistant to the Mayor to provide high-level administrative and advisory support, coordinating complex schedules and engagements with Councillors, staff, government agencies and the community. You will prepare correspondence, briefings and engage with digital content creation to support the Mayoral Office and Council communications.

The role requires strong organisational skills, discretion and the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders,