Strategic EA for Senior Leaders

South Island - Canterbury Christchurch; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Christchurch seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level executive and secretariat support to up to two members of the IIG Senior Leadership Team.

You will manage diaries, correspondence, reports, meetings and travel logistics, enabling FunctionLeads to progress strategic priorities with discretion and professionalism in a fast-paced government environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or senior admin in a large or government organisation.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and relationship management with senior leaders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable with digital workflows and information systems.
• Discretion, confidentiality and proactive, adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive and secretariat support to up to two senior leaders.
• Manage correspondence and diaries, prepare documents/reports, coordinate meetings and travel logistics.
• Coordinate briefings and travel; act as first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate sound judgement and professionalism in supporting senior leaders.

Skills

Executive support

Stakeholder management

Calendar management

Confidentiality

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Christchurch seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level executive and secretariat support to up to two members of the IIG Senior Leadership Team.

You will manage diaries, correspondence, reports, meetings and travel logistics, enabling FunctionLeads to progress strategic priorities with discretion and professionalism in a fast-paced government environment.