Executive Assistant

Settlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and globally.

Do you want to work for a leading national not-for-profit organisation providing dedicated human and social services to a diverse Australia?

With community at the heart of everything we do, our purpose is to create a world in which everyone has access to equal opportunities.

About the Role

This newly created Executive Assistant Role will support the Executive General Manager, Service Delivery. You will play a critical role being responsible for the provision of high-level, confidential, efficient, and professional executive support to the EGM, Service Delivery.

Working with agility and influence, you will manage complex and sensitive matters with discretion, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to delivering value to SSI and its stakeholders.

About You

You will have a demonstrated track record in Executive Assistant roles across commercial, NFP or government organisations. You will have a passion for detail, organisation skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills and Experiences

• Demonstrated experience in partnering with a senior leader to ensure all needs are anticipated and met.
• Previous experience in providing support to Senior Management, or Executive Team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to take ownership and accountability for deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, plan proactively and streamline processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high-level problem-solving skills
• Proven high-level interpersonal skills with the ability to consult, liaise and negotiate effectively with multiple stakeholders in a diverse environment.
• The ability to adapt quickly to changing internal and external organisational environment and translate this into appropriate actions and responses.
• Technology and Digital proficiency including using MS office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• A highly resourceful team-player, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible, proactive, and efficient.

You will be a champion in supporting a respectful, non-judgmental, inclusive culture that promotes and upholds human rights and maintains an environment of trust, transparency, and accountability.

This is a great opportunity to join a leading, values driven organisation and an inclusive, supportive team.

Please reach out to us for the full Position Description to review the Key Responsibilities and Measures of Success.

About Us

Settlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach on how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people, and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide thought leadership within our sector nationally and globally.

About our Benefits

About our Recruitment Process

SSI Group is strongly committed to actively safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe environment for them to thrive. We ensure children and young people’s safety, and wellbeing is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of everyone at SSI, whether they interact directly or indirectly with children and young people. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of employment.

Our commitment to Diversity

SSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

People with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply (reasonable adjustments are available)

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

A recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the future.

SSI is a Disability Confident Recruiter, and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in, providing alternative formats to apply, adjusting the recruitment process, and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us at talent@ssi.org.au or call us on 0435445005.

Please note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in, so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.

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