Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities, and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling – we also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things.

Why work for us?

With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference. We have flexible working arrangements, access to $2,000 worth of professional development opportunities, and access to supervision.

Your new role

• Full-time Ongoing located at Deakin, ACT
• Annual Salary between $85,120.35 to $91,586.55, plus Superannuation, NFP Salary Packaging, Paid Christmas closure and other generous leave provisions under our Enterprise Agreement.

The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and executive support to Senior Executive Team, ensuring the smooth operation of Relationships Australia's strategic and operational activities. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Duties:

• Assist with SET calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Organise and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
• Assist with research, data analysis, contracts and project management tasks as required.
• Act as a point of contact for the SET, building positive relationships with staff, clients, and external partners.
• Represent the organisation professionally in all interactions.

What you’ll need to succeed

1. Demonstrated experience providing executive assistance or a similar role.
2. Strong organisational, communication, liaison and time management skills.
3. Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with a diverse range of people and build effective professional relationships.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
5. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high level of discretion and professionalism.

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description on our Careers site. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day.

What you need to do now

If this sounds like the ideal position for you, Apply Now today!

Submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion).

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen. Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications should be submitted only via the “Apply Now” button on RACR's careers site.

For further information about the position or application process, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Executive Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.