Diocesan School for Girls is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support our Principal and help our school run at its best. This is a pivotal role where you’ll combine top-level organisation with people skills—keeping operations smooth, events on point, and driving smarter ways of working through process improvement and digitisation.
Job Description
Your key responsibilities:
• Provide high-level confidential support to the Principal
• Lead policy administration and manage travel arrangements
• Plan and deliver effective meetings and events
• Oversee logistics—venues, catering, schedules, and minutes
• Lead and support three direct reports
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation/digitisation
• Build strong connections across the school community
Desired Skills and Experience
Ngā pūkenga me whai: What makes you awesome
• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or senior administrator
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Attention to detail with a big-picture view
• Tech savvy and Tech curious
• Skilled in improving systems and streamlining processes
• Professional, discreet, calm under pressure, and approachable
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: Why you’ll love it here
• Competitive salary and professional development
• Free parking and access to onsite facilities (fitness centre, pool, physio)
• Regular social events and a supportive team culture
• A beautiful Epsom campus and meaningful work shaping young women’s futures
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Applications close: 30 September 2025
Apply online: www.diocesan.school.nz
Questions? recruitment@diocesan.school.nz
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