Executive Assistant

He kōrero mō mātou | About Us

Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a committed Tangata Tiriti organisation and a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, well-being, and housing services. Our core values are grounded in Māori concepts: Whakawhanaunga (connecting with purpose), Manaakitanga (engaging with respect), Ako (walking and learning together), and Whakamana (acting with integrity).

He kōrero mō te tūranga | The Role

We're on the lookout for an experienced, proactive, and highly organised Executive Assistant to support two roles in our Executive team; our Chief People Officer (CPO) and Group Director Governance & Strategy. If you're detail-oriented, confident in managing sensitive information, and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This role is ideal for someone who has previously supported senior leaders in areas like Strategy or People & Culture, and who brings a calm, solutions-focused approach to their work.

Your day might include:

• Administrative Excellence

• Preparing high-quality communications

• Managing board papers

• Proofreading and formatting documents with precision

• Coordinating meetings, travel, and events

• Supporting planning and project tracking

• Maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment

Role is based in Wellington (other locations may be considered) with occasional national travel.

He kōrero mōu | About You

You're a professional and experienced EA who embodies our values and brings:

• Min of five years of proven EA experience in a fast-paced environment

• Tertiary qualification in HR, Business, or equivalent

• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Confidence and professionalism in managing sensitive information with discretion

• A calm, proactive and solution-focused mindset and ability to anticipate needs

• Experience in the social services sector (preferred)

• Full NZ Driver Licence

Ko tā mātou mahi | We offer

At Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa, we're proud to offer:

• A safe, supportive workplace where you're valued

• A caring team that makes a real difference - hands down, the best People Experience team around!

• Opportunities to grow while helping others do the same

• Access to extensive wellbeing support - including counselling, budgeting advice, coaching services, and mental health workshops to support your Hauora and personal growth

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

Don't delay, apply now if you're kind, capable, and bring experience supporting senior leaders in Strategy or People & Culture. This role will be advertised throughout November, with interviews planned for December. 

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Added  30 October 2025