Executive Assistant Economic Development & Advocacy
Economic Development & Advocacy
Permanent
Hervey Bay
Stream A Level 6 - $104,018 plus superannuation
- + $3,000 relocation allowance for suitable candidates
- + 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We're seeking a highly capable, proactive and solutions-focused Executive Assistant to provide high-level executive, coordination and advisory support to a Director. This is more than a traditional executive support role—it requires someone who can anticipate business needs, manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement and build strong working relationships across the organisation.
Working with a high degree of autonomy, you'll play an integral role in enabling effective decision-making, driving operational efficiency and supporting the successful delivery of Directorate priorities.
What your day will look like:
- Proactively manage the Director's priorities, coordinating schedules, workflow and business operations to maximise efficiency and support informed decision-making.
- Be the trusted first point of contact for Directorate enquiries, including those from Councillors, providing accurate information and professional advice while building strong stakeholder relationships.
- Research, prepare and coordinate high-quality reports, briefings and correspondence, interpreting relevant legislation, policies and procedures to support sound decision-making.
- Coordinate Directorate initiatives and projects, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance administrative systems, governance processes and business practices.
- Resolve complex administrative matters using initiative, sound judgement and practical problem-solving skills.
- Support financial and resource management activities, including procurement processes, expenditure monitoring and financial reporting.
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you’ll bring:
We’re looking for someone who is an organised and adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively to achieve outcomes. You will demonstrate:
- Experience providing high-level executive support in a complex organisational environment.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate workflows and exercise initiative while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experience researching, preparing and reviewing high-quality reports, briefings and correspondence.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders, Councillors and a broad range of stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgement and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and corporate systems, with a focus on continuous improvement, governance and efficient business practices.
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Wednesday 15 July 2026 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Justine Cooper, Director Economic Development and Advocacy via email
[email protected]
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
