Executive Assistant

Waikatodhbnewsroom; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant based in Timaru, South Canterbury. In this full-time role, you will provide high-level administrative support to the Group Director of Operations, manage communications, and assist with projects. The ideal candidate should be proactive and skilled in multi-tasking within a fast-paced environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to diverse and inclusive healthcare services in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Administrator or Executive Assistant.
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Group Director of Operations.
• Manage communications and implement strategies for operational objectives.
• Assist with secretariat and project support.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication management

Project support

Job description

# Executive Assistant**Executive Assistant*** Supporting the Group Director Operations (GDO)* Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - South Canterbury* Full Time, 80 Hours a Fortnight, Weekday Office HoursHealth New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi andis dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration andcollaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership,equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.**About the Role**Right now, we have an exciting opportunity based inTimaru for a confident and proactive Executive Assistant seeking a fast-pacedrole with lots of variety and responsibility.Weare looking for an experienced Administrator or Executive Assistant who ishighly competent and professional to provide administrative support to theGroup Director of Operations, Hospital and Specialist Services. Day to day the role provides high-levelexecutive, secretariat and project support, manages communications andimplements, strategies to support the achievement of strategic and operationalobjectives.**About you**The position requires someone who takes pride in theirwork and demonstrates the following skills and experience.**Working at Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people ofNew Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that weare better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applicationsfrom our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.**Salary Range**This role is covered by the terms andconditions of the relevant PSA Collective,and the Pay Scale, determined on relevant experience.**How to Apply**Please apply for this vacancy online atWe look forward to receiving your applicationdirectly via our Careers Site.**Close of Applications: 4 January 2026**| Location: | | | | --- | | South Island - Canterbury - Timaru and South Canterbury | |