Support leaders who are committed to people, purpose, and progress – at Cara, we’re not a disability service, we’re a possibility service!
Are you an experienced Executive Assistant who thrives in a purpose driven environment and takes pride in enabling strong leadership and governance?
At Cara, our CEO and Deputy CEO are widely respected for the way they lead, grounded in our values, deeply committed to our people, promoting and advocating for endless possibilities for our clients and genuinely inspiring in their approach. This role offers a rare opportunity to work closely alongside them, supporting not only their day-to-day effectiveness but also contributing to the governance, risk, and operational excellence of the organisation.
We are seeking a highly capable, detail-oriented professional who is as passionate about culture and values as they are about precision, organisation, and impact.
About the role
This is a pivotal executive role supporting the CEO and Deputy CEO, extending well beyond traditional executive support. Acting as a trusted extension of the CEO and Deputy CEO, you will ensure organisational priorities are delivered with pace, accuracy, and sound judgement, supporting effective executive decision making and strong governance outcomes.
You will sit at the centre of Board and Committee operations, governance coordination, and risk reporting, working closely with senior leaders to ensure clarity, accountability, and follow through on key priorities. You will also oversee one direct report within the WHS function, supporting coordination, reporting, and compliance activities.
Key responsibilities
Executive support
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Act as a trusted extension of the CEO and Deputy CEO, ensuring requests are actioned with urgency, sound judgement, and alignment to executive intent
- Manage complex calendars and inboxes, prioritising urgent, high impact matters
- Proactively anticipate needs, remove blockers, and drive follow through to meet deadlines across the organisation
- Independently source, secure, and coordinate documentation and approvals, reducing executive administrative load
- Provide IT and meeting support, including Boardroom technology, presentations, systems access, and liaison with vendors/helpdesk
Governance, Board & compliance
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Coordinate end-to-end Board and Committee processes, including agendas, papers, minutes, and action tracking
- Support Board compliance, including training requirements, reporting, and governance documentation
- Oversee end-of-month reporting coordination and cross-business follow-ups
- Ensure governance documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with organisational standards
Risk management
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Maintain the organisational risk register and reporting outputs
- Support risk strategy development and monitoring of emerging risks and mitigation actions
- Contribute to improved risk visibility through reporting and governance support
People leadership – WHS Coordinator
- Supervise and support the WHS Coordinator
- Ensure WHS reporting and compliance obligations are met accurately and on time
- Act as operational line manager, with the CEO as designated WHS responsible officer
- Support coordination of WHS documentation, reporting, and compliance activities
Key skills and experience
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Experience supporting a CEO, Deputy CEO, or senior executive in a complex environment
- Strong Board and governance support experience, including minute-taking and compliance coordination
- Experience with risk reporting or organisational risk frameworks highly regarded
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver outcomes independently
- High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
- Strong IT skills with ability to troubleshoot systems and coordinate technical support
- Experience supervising or leading staff preferred
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- High integrity, discretion, and alignment with organisational values
Why join us?
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$15,900 tax free per year through salary packaging
- $2,650 tax free per year on meals and entertainment
- Flexible work practices are supported, including hybrid/WFH arrangements where appropriate
- Work alongside inspiring, values-led executives
- Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Program
Who we are
Cara is proud to be South Australia’s leading disability service provider. Our purpose driven team is committed to providing support that empowers people with a disability to grow as individuals and live a life rich in opportunities. We strive to make a difference everyday - the people we support, our team and our communities. By joining our team, you are not only stepping into a great career opportunity, but you are also part of something bigger.
If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and are ready to be part of a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now to join a team that values compassion, diversity, and the power of community.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Beth Briggs, Recruitment Advisor, 0494 657 499
Cara is a leading disability service provider working alongside people with disability across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia. Cara is a not-for-profit, or as we like to say, a profit-for-purpose. This means all money we raise goes back to supporting people with disabilities in our Cara Community. We have more than 750 staff who work alongside our clients in Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short Term Respite (STR), Home & Community Support (HCS) and Specialist Services.
