<p><b>Location: </b>Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Parramatta</p><p dir="ltr">We have an outstanding opportunity for a super-efficient, professional and personable Executive Assistant (EA) to join our People &amp; Culture team. Reporting to the Head People &amp; Culture (leading HR functions across the organisation), you will support the achievement of P&amp;C initiatives and be the first point of contact for a variety of stakeholders. You will have the flexibility of a hybrid work environment,&nbsp; working from home and the office.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>The variety of this role includes</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Providing a superior and executive level of support (administrative, secretarial and business) to the Head P&amp;C and leadership team</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Maintaining a professional approach at all times (both internally and externally) including a high level of confidentiality</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Reconciling and managing the budget, including invoices and expenses in the ledger and financial reporting for the team ensuring adherence to policies</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Maintaining the consistency and currency of the P&amp;C intranet pages</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrating proficiency in Google suite to set the standard for collaborative documentation across the team</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Triaging requests for the P&amp;C team</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Coordinating and managing internal/external meetings with clients/stakeholders</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Arranging events/functions/offsites/team building events</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Managing the diary and inbox for the Head P&amp;C – scheduling meetings, managing correspondence and ensuring an effective use of their time.&nbsp;</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Ensuring daily packs are prepared for Head P&amp;C to review prior to meetings</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Participation in Leadership Team meetings – coordinating agendas/minute taking</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">General administrative tasks including filing, printing, binding, etc.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Ideal Candidate</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To be successful in this highly rewarding role you will demonstrate alignment to the purpose and core values of CEDP along with:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Extensive and proven EA experience at a senior level, supporting Executives within the Education industry or similar environment</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">The ability to manage workflow, priorities, work well under pressure and be flexible</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">High level of professionalism – face to face, over the phone and through correspondence</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Demonstrated experience in working in a large team environment</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Self-motivated individual, who displays a pro-active style, has exceptional attention to detail and an inherent desire to provide excellent customer service.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Excellent documentation skills (presentations, template creation- use of Adobe Illustrator or similar)</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Salary Packaging</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Hybrid/Flexible working environment - work between your home and the office</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Wellbeing Programs</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Professional Development</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Parental Leave</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc"> <p dir="ltr">Supportive and collaborative culture</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Interested?</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta (CEDP) has more than 5000 passionate employees located across its 80 primary and secondary schools. Our aim is to transform the learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500&nbsp; students.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">We offer our employees a value-based, supportive work environment where they are encouraged to innovate and develop personally and professionally.&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CEDP’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian <a href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check">here</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">CEDP promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Apply today!</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.&nbsp; To find out more about CEDP go to <a href="https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/">https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/</a> or follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/catholic-education-office-parramatta/">LinkedIn</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>