Executive Assistant
Date: 11 May 2026
Location: Lewisham, NSW, AU, 2049
Requisition ID: 2135
About Us
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values is to shape a more just and compassionate society. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services. Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities.
Your Role
Step into a pivotal role at the heart of St Vincent de Paul NSW (Vinnies), providing executive support across both our Members, Volunteers and Early Intervention (MVEI) Directorate and our newly established First Nations Strategy and Outcomes Directorate. This is where people, purpose and community come together. As Executive Assistant to the Executive Director and Director respectively, you'll be the engine behind two fast‐paced and values‐driven teams that support members, empower volunteers and deliver meaningful programmes and initiatives across the state. Working across both directorates, you'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of work and play a key role in ensuring seamless coordination, communication and operational support. From managing competing priorities and coordinating key initiatives to keeping senior leaders organised and informed, you'll help enable impact where it matters most. You'll also collaborate with stakeholders across the broader Society, supporting cross‐directorate initiatives and contributing to the success of important community‐focused outcomes. This is more than a traditional EA role, it's an opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, Board members and stakeholders while contributing to a mission that supports communities and changes lives.
Your Responsibility
You'll be trusted to keep things running smoothly, proactively anticipating needs and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
In this role, you will:
* Provide high‐level executive support including complex diary and email management, travel coordination and document preparation
* Coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring efficient scheduling and seamless execution
* Manage key activities and commitments, including maintaining an annual calendar of priorities, meetings and deadlines
* Support Board and Committee processes, including agenda preparation and minute taking
* Provide administrative support to the broader leadership team as required
* Maintain accurate and accessible document management systems (including SharePoint)
* Build strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation
* Uphold confidentiality, professionalism and sound judgement in all interactions
* Contribute to a safe, compliant and well‐governed working environment
You Will Need
* Proven experience supporting senior executives and/or Boards
* Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levels
* Experience in preparing agendas and taking high‐quality minutes
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with document management systems such as SharePoint
* A high level of discretion, professionalism and sound judgement
* Initiative, energy and a solutions‐focused mindset
Benefits
* Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values‐driven team with a strong sense of community.
* Boost Your Take‐Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax‐free benefits for everyday expenses.
* Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
* Learning & Development – On‐demand training to support your professional growth.
* Wellbeing Support – EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well‐being.
* Flexible Work Options – Enjoy hybrid/flexible work arrangements for better work‐life balance.
* Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
* Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave, Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.
St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages.
If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.
The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society's commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre‐employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health/medical assessment may be required for some roles.
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