• Key role providing executive and administrative support to the CEO and Mayor.
• Rewarding opportunity to create a meaningful difference in our community.
• Work in the beautiful Adelaide Hills.

• Reference number 516
• General Officer Level 5: 96,928.96 - $101,201.03 (FTE) plus superannuation
• Full Time, Permanent

About Adelaide Hills Council

The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being "a special place", and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement and commitment to service.

We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.

About the Role – Executive Assistant to CEO and Mayor

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Mayor is responsible for excelling at providing executive and administrative support requiring a high degree of judgement, initiative, confidentiality, and sensitivity in the performance of the work for the CEO and Mayor. Success in this position will require the incumbent to anticipate what is needed to proactively support the CEO and Mayor.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A relevant formal qualification (up to Diploma required) in Business Administration, or lesser formal qualifications with specialised skills sufficient to perform at this level, or an equivalent level of experience and expertise obtained through previous appointments.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think laterally and find innovative solutions to problems that may be unique or complex.
• Strong capacity to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks with high level attention to detail and accuracy.
• Extensive ability to build relationships and influence to gain the necessary commitment and support from diverse stakeholders.
• High-level of initiative, proactivity and judgement.

How to Apply

Applications must address the specified criteria in the position description and state the reference number from the advert.

Apply by 8.00pm, Sunday 8 October 2023 by email to jobs@ahc.sa.gov.au.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Greg Georgopoulos, Chief Executive Officer on (08) 8408 0400.

The advert information can be provided in other formats if requested.

International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered, or receive an acknowledgement email.