Executive Assistant

Experienced Executive Assistant needed for key Government role!

Are you an exceptional EA with proven public sector experience looking for your next challenge?

We are working with a large central government department in Wellington CBD to find a highly capable and proactive Executive Assistant to support a busy General Manager. This is a critical temporary assignment (approximately 3 to 4 months) with an immediate start, offering a competitive hourly rate.

Key responsibilities include:

Proactive and complex diary and inbox management, making informed decisions on what requires the GM's urgent attention.
Coordination of meetings, workshops, and events, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and tracking action points.
Drafting, proofreading, and coordinating high-quality correspondence, reports, and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
Managing administrative systems and processes, including handling confidential information with integrity and discretion.
Collaborating effectively with other EAs and the wider team to ensure a cohesive and supportive working environment.

To hit the ground running in this fast-paced environment, you must bring:

Significant EA experience supporting senior executives (e.g., GM, DCE level) in a large, complex organisation.
Essential NZ Government/Public Sector experience (ministry, agency, or council). You understand the protocols, processes, and political awareness required to succeed.
Exceptional organisational, planning, and time-management skills.
Advanced proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, able to engage professionally with diverse stakeholders.