Strategic Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive

Whanganui District Council; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Whanganui District Council is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive, handling a fast-paced diary, coordinating meetings and logistics, and ensuring information is ready when required. You will be the main contact for requests for the CE’s time, building trusted relationships and navigating sensitive matters with diplomacy.

Ideal candidates will bring at least five years’ experience supporting a senior executive, preferably within local or central government, and

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience supporting a senior executive.
• Experience within local or central government preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage busy diary and coordinate meetings and logistics.
• Track actions and follow-ups; ensure information is available when needed.
• Act as a key point of contact for requests for the CE’s time or attention.
• Build relationships with discretion, diplomacy and good humour.

Skills

Organised

Relationship building

Clear communication

Discretion

Political awareness

Prioritisation

Job description

Whanganui District Council is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive, handling a fast-paced diary, coordinating meetings and logistics, and ensuring information is ready when required. You will be the main contact for requests for the CE’s time, building trusted relationships and navigating sensitive matters with diplomacy.

Ideal candidates will bring at least five years’ experience supporting a senior executive, preferably within local or central government, and