AbSec NSW Child, Family and Community Peak Aboriginal Corporation is the peak Aboriginal organisation in the NSW child and family welfare sector. We provide an Aboriginal perspective on child protection and out-of-home care policy to the NSW Government and support the Aboriginal community-controlled sector to deliver effective services for Aboriginal children and families. We are a not-for-profit, incorporated community organisation, governed by an all-Aboriginal board.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Executive Assistant’s primary responsibilities will be to provide high-level administrative support to the CEO as directed, to ensure that AbSec’s goals and objectives are accomplished, and operations run efficiently. This function will maintain and refine internal processes that support the CEO and coordinate internal and external resources to expedite workflow. This role will manage communication between management and employees, liaise with internal and external executives on various projects and tasks, and plan and orchestrate work to ensure the CEO’s priorities are met and best practices are upheld.

Key responsibilities include:

Executive Support & Calendar Management - Coordinate complex scheduling, manage the CEO's calendar (professional and personal), and ensure timely flow of information and operational task completion.

Administrative & Communication Management - Provide high-level administrative support including correspondence handling, record keeping, quality reporting, and maintaining communication on behalf of the CEO.

Governance & Secretariat Support - Deliver secretariat support for the CEO, Board, and Committees - managing meeting logistics, minutes, action tracking, and governance documentation.

Project & Event Coordination - Assist with key projects and event preparation, ensuring the CEO and Board are well-supported for meetings, forums, and official engagements.

Stakeholder Liaison & Confidentiality - Act as liaison between the CEO, Board, Executive Team, and stakeholders while upholding professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

What you’ll bring

A minimum 4 years’ experience in an administrative role reporting directly to senior management

Demonstrated organisational and multitasking abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Highly competent in note taking and report writing

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently

Appropriate qualification such as Certificate III or IV in Business Administration or Diploma of Business is desirable but not essential.

Why AbSec?

When you join AbSec, you become part of a passionate team advocating for a better future for our communities. We offer:

A culturally safe, inclusive, and empowering workplace

Ongoing professional development and support

Opportunities to lead systemic change across NSW

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.

To obtain a position description detailing full accountabilities and selection criteria, please visit our website: https://www.absec.org.au/careers

Benefits:

Full-time 35-hour week based in Redfern (location flexible for right candidate)

Salary: SCHADS Level 8 plus superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience (not-for-profit salary packaging available)

Hybrid work arrangement in a supportive and friendly work environment

How to apply:

Address all selection criteria outlined in the position description, demonstrating your skills and experience to secure an interview.

Submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and a current resume (not more than 5 pages) by email to: [email protected]

Note: if applicants do not address the selection criteria, the application will not be considered for an interview.

Application closes: we will be reviewing applications as they are received due to the urgent need to fill the role.

Enquiries about the position: Contact the People & Culture team by email: [email protected]