Executive Assistant

• Work for one of WA's leading disability agencies
• Attractive salary packaging options up to $18,500
• Make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities

To provide a high level of administrative and executive support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board of Identitywa.

We have an exciting part time opportunity (4 days) for a highly skilled and experienced Executive Assistant to work with our CEO and Board at Identitywa’s Northbridge base. This is a key role to support the CEO and Board in the governance and operation of the organisation. 

The role is well suited to a person with governance experience, who can work in a team as well as autonomously with a high level of maturity, integrity and confidentiality. The person we are seeking has excellent technical skills, an ability to build strong relationships and a ‘can do attitude’. This is a great opportunity for you to take ownership of the role and bring your specialist skills in. 

We can offer you:

• Beautiful workspace at our central Head Office in Northbridge
• Competitive salary with option to salary package
• Employee Assistance program 
• Staff recognition program 
• Friendly working environment

What you’ll do:

• Provide support to the Office of the CEO in the effective governance and operations of Identitywa.
• Provide timely, effective executive support to the Board including minute taking, agenda and report preparation 
• Assist the CEO in organisational regular communication, maintaining sector contacts, family and stakeholder liaison, letter writing and producing publications 
• Liaise with the Team Leader Administration to organise meetings, workshops, seminars and board functions including arranging lists of participants, travel arrangements and, catering where appropriate
• Represent Identitywa and the CEO to the community, with participants, families, stakeholders, Board of Management, staff and other organisations on the phone, in written communication and in person, in such a way as to positively project the ethos and values of the organisation
• Provide support the Executive Management Team with diary management by prioritising and organising meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Other administrative duties as directed by CEO or board at Identitywa

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in executive and board support
• Strong organisational skills including ability to determine priorities, multi-task and effectively meet deadlines
• Excellent skills in computer literacy, with substantial experience with Microsoft suite of applications including presentation software, front page and email
• Well developed interpersonal and communication skills, including exceptional written communication 
• Demonstrated capacity to work with minimal supervision
• High level of maturity, integrity and strong focus on confidentiality
• Promote the Catholic ethos of the organisation and always comply with the policy and procedures as well as the Code of Conduct of Identitywa
• Comply with the NDIS practice standards under the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework

How to apply:

Please apply through our website or through seek with your Resume and Cover Letter. Shortlisting of applicants will commence immediately. Applications close 4 July 2024. 

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Who is Identitywa?

Identitywa is one of Western Australia's leading disability support agencies. For over 45 years, we have been supporting people with a disability and their families. Identitywa works in partnership with participants and families to build a community where people with disability can enjoy fulfilled and independent lives.

As one of WA’s leading disability support agencies, our strong reputation has been built on consistently delivering high-quality care in a diverse range of settings.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation and encourage applications from people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and of mature age.

We strongly encourage vaccination against Covid-19 and Influenza.

$46.39 - $51.37 hourly + Super + Salary Packaging