Executive Assistant

District Leadership Support Team - Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury

Full Time, 80 Hours a Fortnight, Weekday Office Hours

Life is a collection of small moments: meaningful moments, challenging moments, moments to remember. At Te Whatu Ora - South Canterbury, we want to support our people to enjoy more of the moments that matter. Are you ready to join us?

Right now, we have an exciting opportunity here in Timaru for a confident and proactive administrator seeking a fast-paced role with lots of responsibility. If you - re looking for a new challenge that will put your organisation and people skills to work, this is it.

We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant who is highly competent and professional to provide administrative support to the Group Director of Operations, the wider Operational Leadership Group and District Leadership Group within Te Whatu Ora - South Canterbury. The role provides a range of support from high-level executive, secretariat and project support services.

This includes managing communications and implementing strategies to support the achievement of Te Whatu Ora - South Canterbury, strategic and operational objectives. The administrative tasks you do will be to support the implementation of policies, processes and tools, including proactive issue management and relationship management.

Ideally, you will be someone who can demonstrate the following skill/experience:

• Proven experience as an EA or PA in a complex organisation
• Intermediate Microsoft software application knowledge and computer skills
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills
• A high degree of initiative with excellent decision making and problem-solving skills
• Strong sense of responsibility
• The ability to connect and collaborate at all levels including internal and external stakeholders
• Able to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
• Ability to think independently and work autonomously

Why choose Te Whatu Ora - South Canterbury?

As one of the country - s smaller regions  our people always have room to move and grow - you - ll get a wider exposure to specialties and enjoy the benefits of a flat structure: processes that run smoothly and a fun, friendly culture. With us, you - re more than just a number; you - re part of a team where everyone knows your name.

On top of all that, you - ll get to enjoy the fantastic Timaru lifestyle: between the beach and the mountains, work-life balance is truly achievable here.

At Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury, integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We are a proudly diverse team, as we know a diverse and inclusive workforce achieves the best outcomes for our patients and communities. If you share in these core values and bring them into every aspect of your patient care, we can - t wait for you to join us.

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Please apply for this vacancy online athttps://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz

We look forward to receiving your application directly via our Careers Site. If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Applications closing date: 10 December and may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.