Hybrid Executive Assistant to CEO - Education & Governance

Yarra Ranges Kinders Inc.; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Head Office Chirnside Park

Competitive salary package

Job summary

Yarra Ranges Kindergartens (YRK) is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide high-level executive and governance support. You will manage critical communications, calendars, and travel, while ensuring smooth operations and supporting organisational communications.

The role requires proactive, solutions-focused professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information and work across multiple governance activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at senior/executive level.
• Excellent organisational and scheduling abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage CEO calendar, appointments, correspondence and travel.
• Prepare agendas, papers and presentations for Board/executive meetings.
• Coordinate governance activities and liaise with Board Chair.
• Oversee projects with deadlines and deliverables.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Support organisation-wide communication platforms and strategies.
• Provide admin support to ensure smooth operations across 22 kindergarten services.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Prioritisation

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Discretion

Problem solving

Education

Experience as Executive Assistant at senior/executive level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Communication tools

Job description

Yarra Ranges Kindergartens (YRK) is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide high-level executive and governance support. You will manage critical communications, calendars, and travel, while ensuring smooth operations and supporting organisational communications.

The role requires proactive, solutions-focused professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information and work across multiple governance activities.