EA Support Officer

3-Month Contract | ASAP Start | South-West Council Location
We are currently seeking a highly organised and proactive EA Support Officer to join a dedicated team within a local council in Melbourne’s south-west. In this busy and rewarding role, you will provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Director, Sustainable Communities, ensuring the smooth operation of daily priorities and strategic initiatives.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and contribute to meaningful work that supports the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive executive support including meeting coordination, diary management, and briefing preparation
• Draft high-quality correspondence, briefing notes, reports and presentations
• Support internal and external stakeholder engagement with professionalism and discretion
• Coordinate service requests and assist with project-related administrative tasks
• Maintain and improve office systems, records and databases
• Provide front-line customer service support including call handling and visitor reception
• Work independently and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment

• Proven experience in an Executive Assistant or high-level administration role within a complex organisation – local government or state government experience
• Confident in stakeholder engagement, project coordination and administrative support
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft complex documentation
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Advanced computer skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with a flexible and solution-focused mindset
• A passion for supporting community outcomes and contributing to positive, inclusive environments

• 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
• Immediate start available
• Supportive team and leadership environment
• Opportunity to work with a council committed to sustainability and community wellbeing