Administrative Assistant to the Chief Executive

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Antarctica NZ Full time
Organisation Overview

We are Antarctica New Zealand, a Crown Entity established to protect and preserve Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.

Our mission is to facilitate scientific research in Antarctica and support initiatives to protect the environment.

As an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive, you will play a critical role in supporting our leadership team and contributing to our organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team.
  2. Contribute to governance group secretariat services.
  3. Manage office facilities and small administrative functions.
  4. Plan and coordinate meetings, workshops, events, and travel itineraries.
  5. Assist with visitor hosting and travel arrangements.
  6. Contribute to organisational health, safety, environmental, and wellbeing initiatives.

Requirements:

  • At least three years' experience supporting senior executives.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exceptional stakeholder and relationship management skills.
  • Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail.
  • Availability for occasional travel to Antarctica and certification as 'fit' by Antarctica New Zealand's Medical Assessor.


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