ABOUT US:

East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity.

East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and is one of Australia’s last unspoiled tropical paradises. The land will welcome you with bauxite rich soil, long stunning beaches and plentiful access to spectacular freshwater streams, waterfalls, campsites and recreational areas that start right at your doorstep.

Working with EARC you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves. EARC offers an exceptional work/life balance and provides career growth opportunities, as well as professional training and development. For a full list of employee benefits please visit the ‘Employment’ page on our website

ABOUT THE ROLE :

This position will provide a full range of executive support and high-level administration services to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). It will also provide administrative support services to other Executive members and the President as required.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to persuade, negotiate and influence.
• Highly developed organisational skills with proven ability to operate calmly and efficiently under pressure, deal effectively with competing demands, produce high quality work within limited timeframes, and be adaptable to change.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders including an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively in line with Council’s values.
• Proven capacity to maintain a high degree of discretion and exercise sound judgement in dealing with sensitive and confidential matters.
• Highly proficient computer skills including experience in the Microsoft suite (advanced Excel desirable), internet and e-mail.
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team member.
• Ability to use initiative and judgement combined with excellent problem solving skills.
• Current NT Driver’s License.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel in light aircraft and/or on unsealed roads to remote communities.

IT WOULD BE DESIRABLE IF YOU ALSO POSSESSED:

• Previous experience working or living within an Indigenous setting and ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural awareness in the workplace.
• Awareness of issues affecting Indigenous people to ensure effective participation in a cross-cultural environment.

NOTE: Housing is not provided with this role. Access to own housing in the Nhulunbuy area is a must for the successful candidate. The preferred applicant will also be required to undergo a Criminal History Check and obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the position.

What you'll get in return:

A Full Time – Permanent position receiving a salary of $84,632.48, plus superannuation and locality allowance. You will also benefit from 6 weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.

**Applications will be assessed as received. Council holds the right to close the position prior to the closing date.

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

 The full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website - www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/positions-vacant.

For further information regarding this role, please contact Michael Freeman – Corporate Services Manager by emailing [email protected] using the subject line: Executive Assistant to the CEO - Nhulunbuy enquiry via EthicalJobs.