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ABOUT USSouth Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.Our values - Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence - are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.ABOUT THE ROLEFixed Term Full Time until June 2026Base salary $92,535 per annum + 11.5% superannuationHybrid and flexible work arrangements availableAre you highly organised, like being two steps ahead and thrive in dynamic environments? Then this role is for you!Supporting the Director Performance and Innovation, your role as Executive Assistant will see you will primarily be responsible for the effective management and executive support of director activities.Key responsibilities include:Coordinate the Director Performance and Innovation schedulesDraft correspondence and respond to queries on behalf of the DirectorDevelop templates, presentations and planning documents for the DirectorUndertake research and preparing reports for the DirectorProvide high-level customer service internally and externallyCoordinate Council Reports and Briefings applicable to the DirectorateOrganise or coordinate meetings and events related to the Director Performance and Innovation.ABOUT YOUYou will have:Experience in providing high level administration support, in a similar role and/or relevant business administration qualificationsAdvanced skills in Microsoft office and ability to prepare correspondence, reports presentations and diary/email entries.High level of customer service and ability to establish strong relationships across all levels of the organisationDemonstrated high level of self-motivation, time management skillsAbility to work within competing deadlines and priorities and able to plan and organise work to achieve specific objectives efficientlyExcellent written and verbal communication skills to handle complex and diverse queries and tasks.Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team.Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement of systems, processes and procedures.WHY YOU''LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!Work-life balance with flexible working arrangementsRostered Days Off offered forfull time rolesOngoing training and professional development opportunitiesSouth Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environmentEnjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social ClubDiverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positionsMentoring, coaching and secondmentsAccess to 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramOpportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual Enterprise Agreement salary incrementsFor more benefits,Please Click Here!NEXT STEPSIf you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application by filling out your details in the following fields and addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload your resume.Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder.Allpreferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate''s employment being confirmed.The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.To view the Position Description for this role, please CLICK HERE.Enquiries to: Michelle Jorgensen, Acting Director Performance & Innovation on 03 5662 9219.Applications close Midnight Sunday 1 June 2025.Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we''ve got this one.South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr