Executive Assistant to Interim CEO & Board

Support executive leadership at a critical time of change

An immediate opportunity has become available for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to an CEO and Board Chair within a well-respected, values-driven organisation based in Dandenong. This is a hands-on, full-time position commencing ideally by 28 July (or sooner) to ensure a strong handover period.

Working closely with the CEO and Company Secretary, you'll play a vital role in enabling smooth day-to-day operations at the executive level, helping the organisation continue its vital work in the homelessness and housing sector.

This opportunity is ideal for a calm, solutions-focused EA who is confident supporting C-Suite executives and Boards, particularly during a time of transition. There is strong potential for ongoing work for the right person.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level executive support to the Interim CEO
• Act as a conduit between the CEO, Company Secretary and Board Chair
• Prepare, coordinate and manage documentation, briefings and board packs (ideally using Diligent)
• Ensure smooth calendar and meeting management, including internal and external stakeholders
• Follow up on actions, prepare presentations, and ensure the CEO is well-prepared for all engagements
• Assist with board liaison and governance-related tasks as required

About You:

• Experience using DILIGENT software - Must have this to be considered
• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant at CEO and/or Board level
• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills
• High attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Professional, calm and solutions-focused with strong interpersonal skills
• Relevant Business Administration qualification is desirable
• WWCC (Employee), Driver's Licence preferred

The Offer:

• Immediate start preferred - ideally by 28 July
• Full-time, office-based role in Dandenong (flexibility to WFH 1 day if experienced with Diligent)
• $68-73/hr + Super
• Initial 6-month temporary assignment with potential for ongoing opportunities
• Join a mission-driven organisation at a critical moment of leadership transition

How to apply:

If interested, please contact me;

Angus Hayes

[email protected]

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA AND THE ORGANISATIONS WE REPRESENT ARE PROUD TO BE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERS.

*The Employer considers gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and so we ask that only female/male applicants apply

*Tradewind considers that being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational requirement as outlined in section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act (1991) and permitted as a 'special measure' under section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and by articles 1(4) and 2(2) of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.