Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Wangaratta - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full Time Ongoing Contract
80 hours per fortnight - Inclusive of ADO accrual

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute sub-acute aged care and community services.

We are seeking a highly capable and professional Executive Assistant to provide proactive confidential and high-level administrative support to our Chief Executive Officer. This pivotal role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of the Office of the CEO while supporting the organisations strategic and governance responsibilities.

As the trusted partner to the CEO you will take proactive oversight of daily operations acting as the principal point of contact for external stakeholders including Ministerial and Parliamentary offices senior government officials member and partner organisations and members of the public. You will research and prepare high-quality correspondence reports and briefings on behalf of the CEO and coordinate the preparation of minutes executive papers and directorate reports to support effective decision-making.

You will facilitate strong business systems and administrative processes maintain oversight of key deadlines and strategic priorities and work closely with Executive Directors to ensure the CEOs commitments are delivered efficiently and addition you will lead and provide operational oversight to the team of Executive Assistants modelling values-based communication and professional engagement at all times.

This is a critical leadership role for a highly organised discreet and strategic professional who thrives in a fast-paced executive environment and is committed to excellence in governance support.

Our Region:

Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks picturesque small towns award winning restaurants wineries and breweries.
Whether you want to hike mountain bike and ski in the mountains paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.
successful applicant will benefit from:
- Competitive remuneration novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
- 5 weeks annual leave and an addition week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
- Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
- Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
- Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
- Social Club Benefits
- Support for our diverse workforce
Applying for the role:
- A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at must address the key selection criteria from the PD
- Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
- To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria
- Applications close Monday 9th of March 2026
NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies

Required Experience:

Full Time Ongoing Contract80 hours per fortnight - Inclusive of ADO accrual Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute sub-acute aged care and community services.We are seeking a highly capable and professional Executive...

Full Time Ongoing Contract
80 hours per fortnight - Inclusive of ADO accrual

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute sub-acute aged care and community services.

This is a critical leadership role for a highly organised discreet and strategic professional who thrives in a fast-paced executive environment and is committed to excellence in governance support.

Our Region: