As the Executive Assistant to the Mayor at Manawatu District Council (MDC), you will be essential in managing the Mayor's busy schedule and ensuring a smooth workflow. Your responsibilities include handling meetings, emails, events, and hosting with tact, discretion, and superb organisational skills. Additionally, you'll support elected members, assist in event planning, and contribute to risk management within the Governance and Assurance team.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Health & Wellbeing benefits
• Free car parking
• Ongoing investment in learning and development

RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Manage the Mayor's calendar, ensuring timely and accurate preparation for meetings, functions, and events
• Provide confidential assistance to the Mayor, including speech drafting and public speaking preparation
• Research background information for reports, presentations, and speeches
• Coordinate the Mayor's travel, accommodation, expenses, and finances.
• Lead the professional development program for elected members and support event coordination

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Experienced administrative professional with strong track record of supporting senior management, known for going above and beyond
• Maintains composure and professionalism under pressure, demonstrating emotional resilience and a calm, self-assured approach
• Effectively manages multiple priorities, adapting confidently to changing circumstances
• Proactive, highly organised, and discreet, fostering a trusted and efficient work environment while engaging professionally with stakeholders
• Exceptional written and verbal communications, and the ability to research, draft, and prepare accurate, high-quality documents in a fast-paced environment, ensuring clarity and precision
• Flexible and dedicated, willing to work outside standard hours to support events and the Mayor's commitments

ABOUT MANAWATU DISTRICT COUNCIL

Manawatū District Council strives to be a successful, future-oriented organisation providing services that benefit their communities to support a connected, vibrant and thriving Manawatu.

Don’t miss this opportunity. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and close on Friday 28th February 2025.

The recruitment for this role is being managed by PN Personnel. For more information, please feel free to contact Cushla Brasell on 06 280 2402.