Executive Assistant to the CEO

About The Role The office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) requires an efficient, proactive and professional Executive Assistant to provide high level, confidential, administrative and operational support to the CEO to ensure effectiveness, functionality and responsiveness from the executive in making decisions regarding implementation of programs and activities. The role liaises with senior managers, team members and a broad range of external stakeholders including LHA members, the board, government representatives and departments (including Ministers and Members of Parliament), state and national partner organisations and other relevant organisations and individuals. Duties are to be proactively undertaken with sound judgement, discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality under limited direction. The coordination of the CEO’s diary and communication between the CEO, the LHA staff team, members, stakeholders, funders, and the Board is a significant part of the role. The role is based in Sydney and applicants must be able to work onsite in Sydney. Accessibility

• If you have any access requirements or need to submit your application in alternative format, please contact us to discuss.
• You can apply verbally over the phone or through a face-to-face meeting if you cannot submit a written application.
• You will need to tell us about your previous work experience, your suitability for this role and your answers to the target questions.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds including people with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Details

Qualifications

• Degree or associate diploma and/or substantial experience in C+Suite support, office or business administration, governance and compliance or other relevant fields.
• Post Graduate qualifications looked on favourably.

Essential Criteria

Experience Required

• Experience working effectively and collaboratively in a small team environment with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Demonstrated experience of working in high pressure environments where a high degree of judgement, initiative, confidentiality and sensitivity is required.
• Experience in providing secretariat support, including the preparation of complex meetings schedules, agendas and minute taking.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing, developing, and editing letters, executive reports and briefing papers.
• Experience working with and meeting the requirements of regulatory bodies and funders.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the health and human rights of LGBTIQ+ people and communities.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office 365 and confident in systems management
• Extensive experience working with Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Planner.
• Experience with customer databases, membership systems and survey tools.
• Practical experience using National Builder or similar is desirable.

Certifications required:

• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current Police check.

Aptitude & Interpersonal Skills

• Well-developed communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with members and internal and external stakeholders at all levels, supported by excellent writing skills.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills appropriate to a complex and busy national peak body.
• Ability to perform effectively by prioritising activities, managing and responding to competing priorities, and remaining focused under pressure.
• Ability to problem-solve, remain flexible, and complete a demanding workload in a timely way.
• Strong initiative, self-motivation, productivity, and ability to work both autonomously and in a team.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and workplace diversity.

Other Information

• Convenient Sydney Location
• Flexible Working Options available on discussion (on completion of successful probationary period)
• Role is permanent, full-time
• Salary – SCHADS Level 6 plus superannuation plus salary packaging

How to Apply

If you are excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of LGBTIQ+ people and possess the experience outlined above, we invite you to submit an application introducing yourself via a cover letter and accompanied by your CV. Please note that this position is an in-person role and as such this position is open to Sydney based applicants only. Applications should be sent via email to divy@enrichhr.com.au  no later than 5th May 2025. Please use "EA TO CEO” as the subject line. Interviews will be conducted IN PERSON on 14th May 2025

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia (LHA) is the national peak health organisation in Australia, supporting healthy lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender, intersex, queer and other sexuality, gender, and bodily diverse people and communities throughout Australia and the world, free from stigma and discrimination.