Northern and Yorke Landscape Board
Job reference: 849522
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Are you a highly organised, proactive person who thrives in a fast-paced and purpose-driven environment? Do you enjoy working at the centre of decision-making, providing critical support to senior leaders and contributing to meaningful outcomes for regional communities? We are seeking a dynamic Executive Assistant/Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting the General Manager, the Northern & Yorke Landscape Board and its sub-committees (office location will be either Clare or Gawler).

In this key role, you will be part of the backbone of the Board's operations - providing high-quality, confidential administrative support. Your ability to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and communicate effectively will ensure the smooth functioning of governance activities and strategic initiatives.

What will really set you apart from other applicants is your ability to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships, to engage with a vast array of stakeholders, from Board members to staff, to landholders and community groups as well as your professionalism, integrity and a strategic, flexible approach! 

On any given day you'll be:

• Coordinating schedules, appointments and meetings;
• Preparing agendas, reports, correspondence, briefings and minutes;
• Recording accurate and timely minutes from Board and committee meetings;
• Delivering professional business writing which includes responses to the Minister's office, the Department for Environment and other key stakeholders; 
• Providing good governance advice in accordance with legislation, to support informed decision-making;
• Undertaking research, reporting and small project work on behalf of the Board and the General Manager;
• Working within the Business & Planning Services team to provide high level customer service to both internal and external clients.

You will be a confident and adaptable professional who has:

• Exceptional organisational skills, able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Proven experience in providing high-level administrative and secretarial support to senior management;
• Advanced written communication and business writing capability;
• A proactive approach including communicating with your manager if timeframes may not be met; 
• Strong stakeholder awareness with the ability to identify and engage effectively at every level;
• Proven proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
  
  

We can offer you: 

• Flexible working arrangements;
• Ongoing training and development;
• A great government superannuation fund;
• Flexi and other leave entitlements;
• A working location to suit your personal needs;
• A great supportive workplace culture where your wellbeing matters;
• The unique opportunity to contribute to the sustainable management of environmental landscapes and make a difference to local communities. 

If you're ready to apply then: 

Download the role description, read the Selection Criteria and write a (3-page) cover letter addressing your experiences, knowledge and skills; include a current Resume with referees' contact information, as well as the completed Pre-Employment Declaration and a current Driver's Licence. If you're successful in being appointed to the role you will be required to provide both a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children/Vulnerable People Clearance.

Please also note that previous applicants may re-apply however it is advisable to contact the manager below should you have questions regarding your re-application. 


For further enquiries please contact:  

Michelle Simes (Administration & Governance Coordinator); michelle.simes@sa.gov.au; 0429 362 011.

 

 

Applications close: 19/07/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- APPROVED_ExecutiveAssistantOfficer.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.