Executive Assistant to the CEO & Council Chairs

ORC partnership; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Life Insurance

Five weeks annual leave

Superannuation

Remuneration package

Job summary

Otago Regional Council (ORC) in Dunedin is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive, Council Chair and Deputy Chair to join our Governance Support team on a permanent, full-time basis (37.5 hours per week).

The role provides executive level support, manages calendars and emails, and coordinates travel and events while ensuring documentation aligns with policies and legislative requirements. A proactive team player is essential in a dynamic local government setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a public-facing service-oriented organisation.
• Experience working with a senior leadership team.
• Strong administrative, IT and office management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and manage conflicting demands for CE, Chair and Deputy Chair.
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships for effective outcomes.
• Provide executive level admin support: calendar and email coordination.
• Ensure documentation is filed in accordance with policies and legislation.
• Support Governance Support team to deliver cohesive service to leadership.
• Coordinate travel and event management for CE, Chair and Deputy Chair.

Skills

Senior level experience in public‑f ow

Education

NCEA Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Otago Regional Council (ORC) in Dunedin is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive, Council Chair and Deputy Chair to join our Governance Support team on a permanent, full-time basis (37.5 hours per week).

The role provides executive level support, manages calendars and emails, and coordinates travel and events while ensuring documentation aligns with policies and legislative requirements. A proactive team player is essential in a dynamic local government setting.