Posted: 11/03/2025
Closing Date: 25/03/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Alexandra
Job Category: Administration
Are you a dynamic, organised and people-oriented professional? Do you want to work in an environment which has a strong desire for continuous improvement and creating a great culture? Then look no further! The Central Otago District Council is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support our Group Manager – Planning and Infrastructure and the Planning and Infrastructure Team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the Executive Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting our Group Manager – Planning and Infrastructure by providing top-notch administrative support. You’ll be the go-to person in our team ensuring seamless communication for our staff and stakeholders. Ultimately you will be a team player that thrives in all things relating to people and wants to make a positive difference in our organisation.
This is a permanent full-time position based in Alexandra. You will be a part of the Planning and Infrastructure team that believes the best outcomes come through collaboration and partnership.

Benefits of working with us:

• Wellbeing programme
• IT Savvy organisation
• Flexible & hybrid working opportunities.
• Career development including strengths & communication.
• Modern & fresh working environment with outdoor spaces

In return the successful applicant will receive:

• Competitive market remuneration
• Career progression and additional training opportunities
• A great working environment
• Additional leave – 3 council and 2 wellbeing days per year
• Organisation Social Club

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Equivalent workplace experience in a similar role
• A qualification in administration (or similar)
• Hold a New Zealand Drivers License
• Have strong organisational skills.
• Be flexible, adaptable and enjoy a challenge
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work as part of a team and to deadlines.

Applications close 25 March 2025
JD Executive Assistant - Planning & Infrastructure

Please refer the Job description for details