Administrative Superstar
We are building a new Museum for Waitaha Canterbury – a world-class facility for the taonga (treasures) we care for and to share stories of our region and its people.
We are seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to provide professional, proactive support to our Tumuaki Matua | Director (Chief Executive).
You will bring exceptional people skills, sound judgement and the ability to anticipate and respond to the needs of our Tumuaki Matua | Director. This is a varied, fast paced role requiring high level organisational capability, strong prioritisation skills and the confidence to manage complexity with discretion.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing high level executive and administrative support to the Tumuaki Matua | Director
- Supporting the Museum Trust Board, including meeting coordination, agendas, minutes and follow up actions
- Managing complex schedules, travel, correspondence and competing priorities
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with a broad variety of stakeholders
- Working closely with, and contributing to, the smooth functioning of the Executive Leadership Team.
You will have a proven track record of providing administrative support to senior leaders within complex, fast-moving environments. You are confident, highly organised and known for your discretion, professionalism and sound judgement. Comfortable balancing competing demands, you know when to take the initiative. You bring a solutions-focused approach and a team-orientated mindset. You have a genuine respect for tikanga Māori and the importance of the taonga (treasures) we care for.
To find out more about this position and how to apply please visit the Working at the Museum page on our website www.canterburymuseum.com.
To be accepted, applications must be in the specified format and include all the information requested.