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Assistant to Executive Director

Taituarā — Local Government Professionals Aotearoa

Selwyn

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Job summary

Become an integral part of the Selwyn District Council as the Assistant to the Executive Director. This role offers opportunities to work on various community projects, honing leadership and management skills while being part of a passionate team dedicated to public service. Enjoy a balanced workload in a supportive environment that values positive relationships and personal growth.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Life insurance

Wellbeing and volunteer leave

Free parking

Three days paid leave between Christmas and New Year

Discounts with local and national businesses

Career coaching and development

Qualifications

Proven experience in administration, project management, and report writing.
Excellent organizational, communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
Strong digital skills and willingness to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

Manage Executive Director's schedule and appointments.
Prepare reports and coordinate various projects and meetings.
Facilitate engagement across diverse groups and support community initiatives.

Skills

Project Management

Diary Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant administration qualification

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Assistant to Executive Director

Opportunity to work across a range of projects for Selwyn District community

We're seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic team as the Assistant to the Executive Director - Community Services and Facilities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with a variety of people on a multitude of projects for the betterment of community - this could be your next opportunity!

Play a part within a pleasant workspace within a vibrant community surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

About The Role

Key responsibilities:

Efficiently manage the Executive Director's schedule and diary management, ensuring all appointments and meetings are seamlessly coordinated.
Timely preparation of investigation and report writing on a variety of topics.
Coordinate document preparation, management meetings, variety of projects, planning days and events.
Manage effective working relationships and engagement across a diverse group, wider organisation and be at core of making a difference for community.
Digitally adept and a willingness to quickly learn new systems and tools.

This is a great opportunity to learn about leadership, management and strategic planning in a real-world setting.

About You

In this role you will demonstrate strengths in applying initiative, working collaboratively in a team environment and being able to predict what the Executive Director needs quickly and adapt.

You'll Also Demonstrate

Proven administration, diary management, project management and report writing experience.
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A passion for positive relationship management and public service.
A positive and enthusiastic attitude
A desire to learn and grow
Eager to develop leadership and management skills
Work confidently across different digital systems, tools and Microsoft Office.

Applications will be considered as they are received and for this reason, we may close our advertising earlier. If this opportunity sounds like your next role we encourage you to make a prompt application.

What We Can Offer

Great work-life balance with some flexibility to work in with your commitments.
Life insurance.
Wellbeing and volunteer leave.
Free parking.
Three days paid leave between Christmas and New Year.
Discounts with local and national businesses.
Career coaching and development.

About Us

Selwyn is one of the fastest-growing districts in New Zealand. We have a fantastic quality of life, great communities, and a thriving economy. Our Council works actively with residents to provide the services and facilities that help our communities to thrive and grow.

Our head office is based in Rolleston (only 25km from Christchurch), which offers an enviable family lifestyle, outstanding local facilities and an easy drive to the ski fields, rivers and hills that make up Canterbury's stunning landscape.

Our values are important to all of us and represent the way we work:

Be a good human
Be brave - Think differently
Better together.

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and we are committed to working with our Treaty partner to deliver on our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Apply now to become part of the Selwyn District Council Community Services and Facilities Team and be a part of something truly special!

To apply for this job go to: https://sdcjobs.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6769034.

Applications close 22 June 2025

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 6769034

Location: Selwyn

Closing Date: Sunday, 22 June 2025

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