Executive Assistant

07th February, 2024 Executive Assistant Our Region Ingham is uniquely positioned just over an hour north of Townsville and approximately three hours south of Cairns and is within the tropical paradise of the Hinchinbrook Shire.  With Ingham at its centre, the region is surrounded by rugged mountain ranges, giant waterfalls, the

Great Barrier Reef, wild beaches and tropical islands. It’s a place where breathtaking scenery, unique wildlife, world-class fishing experiences, delicious, locally sourced food, inspirational art and 60,000 years of culture are all weaved into one incredible story: The Hinchinbrook Way.

The Opportunity  We are seeking a person who is highly motivated, enthusiastic and has a ‘can do’ attitude working in a team environment. You will also need to demonstrate excellent customer service skills and professionalism.    The Executive Assistant delivers a variety of executive and administrative support services to the Director and the Directorate, spanning multiple areas, often within a politically sensitive setting, aimed at advancing Council objectives.

   To be successful, you will demonstrate personal attributes that are consistent with Councils values of Integrity, People Focused, Excellence and Sustainability and you will possess the following:    Skills and Qualifications: Demonstrated experience providing executive support at a senior level; High-level organisational and time management skills, with proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment; Demonstrated ability to manage confidential, information in a professional and sensitive manner; Strong interpersonal abilities demonstrated through exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen emphasis on delivering high-quality service levels; and Work collaboratively with staff to deliver objectives…