Executive Assistant

You will be a star administrator with exemplary time management and a natural sense of diplomacy.  You will be a natural at building teams and maintaining relationships across our School Community.

You will have:
• Extensive experience as an Executive Assistant to an executive role, with a proven track record of success
• Familiarity with supporting Boards and Board Committees, showcasing your understanding of governance processes
• Knowledge of governance principles, policies and a broad understanding of project management
• Exceptional ability to manage competing priorities and excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Impeccable communication skills (written and verbal), ensuring clear and concise information delivery
• Mastery of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and proficiency in digital communication tools and AI
• Mastery of BoardPro or other online governance tools
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high quality work, every time

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Role Responsibilities
• Provide seamless administrative and confidential support to the Principal and the Board of Governors, ensuring the smooth execution of their duties
• Manage the School’s policies administration processes in line with the School’s Self Review Plan
• Manage all travel and accommodation arrangements for the Principal and Board of Governors and for staff attending PD outside of Auckland
• Manage three direct reports
• Maintain strong relationships with the School community
• Coordinate meeting and travel schedules, prepare agendas, and maintain organised documentation for effective communication
• Arrange meeting venues and catering requirements
• Attend meetings and take minutes
• Ensure the utmost confidentiality of sensitive information and documentation

Our staff have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities as part of our ongoing commitment to continuous learning and development in leadership, curriculum and pedagogy.  We have a positive, supportive culture with people at its heart.  

What else do we offer?
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to a wide range of hard and digital resources
• Access to fitness centre, pool and physiotherapist services

Sound like you? Please send through your application by Thursday 28th August 2025.
For further information please email recruitment@diocesan.school.nz.  Otherwise, please apply online via our website www.diocesan.school.nz.