Job Description
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Tracking Code
5243-689
Job Description
There’s something special about spending your days alongside like-minded people, just as committed to purposeful work as you. At Save the Children Australia, we attract bright and big-hearted people who are inspired to make a difference. Together, we are fearless in our pursuit of making lasting change for the children and communities who need it most.
A place to make a difference:
In this full-time, maximum term (parental leave cover) role (until May 2027), you’ll work as a part of our Office of the CEO team in our Melbourne CBD head office to help us create lasting change for children everywhere. The role of Executive Assistant to Group CEO is multifaceted and crucial for the smooth functioning of our organisation in delivering on our vision of a better world for children. Whether it’s providing comprehensive support to the CEO, SCA and subsidiary Boards or ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the CEO’s office & executive team, you’ll be contributing to our commitment to children in Australia, the Pacific and around the world.
The Executive Assistant is a true partner to the Group CEO. You will make a difference by performing the following duties with initiative and flair, anticipating and staying across what the CEO needs to deliver their best:
Diary Management:
o As Executive Assistant, you’ll effectively manage the Group CEO’s calendar. This involves prioritising and scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics (such as catering and meeting room bookings), and handling last-minute changes to the schedule.
Meeting Support:
o You’ll coordinate, prepare, and distribute meeting papers and briefing documents in advance of meetings. This ensures that the CEO is well-prepared for discussions and decision-making. Additionally, you’ll collate Board and Board Committee papers for review and approval by the CEO.
Travel Coordination:
o Arrange detailed travel itineraries for both domestic and international trips. This includes managing transportation, accommodation, and any necessary visas or documentation for the CEO, ensuring financially responsible practices.
Stakeholder Relations:
o Support the CEO in building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders by establishing your own professional rapport and providing excellent service.
CEO Office Management:
o Ensure the smooth operation of the CEO’s office. Promptly address any issues and manage tasks even in the CEO’s absence, collaborating with the executive team.
A place to feel valued:
Your deep expertise as an Executive Assistant or administrator at a senior role in a complex operating environment is invaluable. We recognise your contribution and provide you the support to ensure you can bring your best, knowing here you have the space and opportunity to grow. Bringing your best every day, means having:
A minimum of 3+ years in a similar Executive Assistant role.
o Proven experience in proactive diary management and administrative support, preferably at the CEO and Board level.
o Familiarity with handling high-pressure situations and maintaining confidentiality.
o Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders. Excellent communication and diplomacy are essential.
o Ability to coordinate and manage projects effectively. This skill ensures that tasks are executed seamlessly.
o Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Technology plays a significant role in modern executive support.
o Knowledge of PowerPoint design and creative writing/editing skills will be beneficial in this role.
Your current / previous experience in the humanitarian / development field (either in a national or global NGO context), together with your Business Administration qualification (or similar), will be highly regarded.
As an Executive Assistant to the Group CEO, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s mission and vision. Your contributions directly impact the well-being of children in Australia, the Pacific, and beyond.
A place to belong:
It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:
A modern, up to date working space along with the opportunity to work from home (WFH) at times
Support for workplace wellness, including access to our free, confidential Employee Wellbeing Program
Celebrate and feel supported in your diversity. We’ve established internal networks to support our diverse workforce, foster inclusion and allow you to bring your whole self to work (if that’s what you want!) (Pride@Save, Parents and Carers@Save, Mental Wellness Alliance, Disability@Save, First Nations Advisory Commitee).
Full salary packaging benefits (please
Extra leave to use in a range of ways to ensure you’re able to perform at your optimum
Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.
Does this sound like the place for you?
We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume below.
Applications close 4pm AEST, Friday 17th April 2026.
Position Description – Executive Assistant
For more information about this position, please contact the People & Culture team at [email protected], .
We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it's straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know at [email protected]. We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a place where everyone can feel supported – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.
Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.
Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.
If you are having any issues with uploading your application for this role, please contact [email protected] for further support.
Job Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Position Type
Full-time Maximum Term Appointment
Close Date
4/17/2026
Tracking Code
5243-689
Job Description
There’s something special about spending your days alongside like-minded people, just as committed to purposeful work as you. At Save the Children Australia, we attract bright and big-hearted people who are inspired to make a difference. Together, we are fearless in our pursuit of making lasting change for the children and communities who need it most.
A place to make a difference:
In this full-time, maximum term (parental leave cover) role (until May 2027), you’ll work as a part of our Office of the CEO team in our Melbourne CBD head office to help us create lasting change for children everywhere. The role of Executive Assistant to Group CEO is multifaceted and crucial for the smooth functioning of our organisation in delivering on our vision of a better world for children. Whether it’s providing comprehensive support to the CEO, SCA and subsidiary Boards or ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the CEO’s office & executive team, you’ll be contributing to our commitment to children in Australia, the Pacific and around the world.
The Executive Assistant is a true partner to the Group CEO. You will make a difference by performing the following duties with initiative and flair, anticipating and staying across what the CEO needs to deliver their best:
Diary Management:
o As Executive Assistant, you’ll effectively manage the Group CEO’s calendar. This involves prioritising and scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics (such as catering and meeting room bookings), and handling last-minute changes to the schedule.
Meeting Support:
o You’ll coordinate, prepare, and distribute meeting papers and briefing documents in advance of meetings. This ensures that the CEO is well-prepared for discussions and decision-making. Additionally, you’ll collate Board and Board Committee papers for review and approval by the CEO.
Travel Coordination:
o Arrange detailed travel itineraries for both domestic and international trips. This includes managing transportation, accommodation, and any necessary visas or documentation for the CEO, ensuring financially responsible practices.
Stakeholder Relations:
o Support the CEO in building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders by establishing your own professional rapport and providing excellent service.
CEO Office Management:
o Ensure the smooth operation of the CEO’s office. Promptly address any issues and manage tasks even in the CEO’s absence, collaborating with the executive team.
A place to feel valued:
Your deep expertise as an Executive Assistant or administrator at a senior role in a complex operating environment is invaluable. We recognise your contribution and provide you the support to ensure you can bring your best, knowing here you have the space and opportunity to grow. Bringing your best every day, means having:
A minimum of 3+ years in a similar Executive Assistant role.
o Proven experience in proactive diary management and administrative support, preferably at the CEO and Board level.
o Familiarity with handling high-pressure situations and maintaining confidentiality.
o Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders. Excellent communication and diplomacy are essential.
o Ability to coordinate and manage projects effectively. This skill ensures that tasks are executed seamlessly.
o Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Technology plays a significant role in modern executive support.
o Knowledge of PowerPoint design and creative writing/editing skills will be beneficial in this role.
Your current / previous experience in the humanitarian / development field (either in a national or global NGO context), together with your Business Administration qualification (or similar), will be highly regarded.
As an Executive Assistant to the Group CEO, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s mission and vision. Your contributions directly impact the well-being of children in Australia, the Pacific, and beyond.
A place to belong:
It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team. We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:
A modern, up to date working space along with the opportunity to work from home (WFH) at times
Support for workplace wellness, including access to our free, confidential Employee Wellbeing Program
Celebrate and feel supported in your diversity. We’ve established internal networks to support our diverse workforce, foster inclusion and allow you to bring your whole self to work (if that’s what you want!) (Pride@Save, Parents and Carers@Save, Mental Wellness Alliance, Disability@Save, First Nations Advisory Commitee).
Full salary packaging benefits (please
Extra leave to use in a range of ways to ensure you’re able to perform at your optimum
Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.
Does this sound like the place for you?
We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume below.
Applications close 4pm AEST, Friday 17th April 2026.
Position Description – Executive Assistant
For more information about this position, please contact the People & Culture team at [email protected], .
We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it's straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know at [email protected]. We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a place where everyone can feel supported – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.
Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.
Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation.
If you are having any issues with uploading your application for this role, please contact [email protected] for further support.
Job Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Position Type
Full-time Maximum Term Appointment
Close Date
4/17/2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Executive Assistant to the CEO position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
