Executive Assistant – Regional Executive Director

About the role

NT Health is looking for a highly organised Executive Assistant to support the Regional Executive Director of the East Arnhem Regional Health Service. This full‑time position is based in Nhulunbuy and plays a pivotal part in ensuring smooth operations of the executive office while contributing to the delivery of essential health services across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑level executive, administrative and secretarial support to the Regional Executive Director.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain effective filing systems.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate communication and workflow.
• Assist in the planning and execution of regional initiatives and events.

Required profile

• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Proven experience in executive or senior administrative support.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, discretion and communication skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Rent‑free government housing.
• Two Fares Out of Isolated Locality (FOILS) per year.
• Relocation support and competitive salary with remote allowances.
• 12% superannuation, generous leave entitlements and salary packaging options.
• Ongoing professional development and secure NT public sector employment.