Executive Assistant - Chief People and Engagement Officer
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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- Fulltime Monday to Friday
- Partner with our CPEO in a trusted, high-profile Executive Assistant role
- Join a collaborative team where great culture and teamwork really matter
Bring your experience, judgement and organisation to a senior EA role with variety, pace and purpose.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to support Monash Health’s Chief People and Engagement Officer (CPEO).
This is a trusted and varied role where you’ll manage a complex diary, coordinate key meetings and governance requirements, prepare correspondence and reports, manage competing priorities and build strong relationships with stakeholders across Monash Health.
You’ll be someone who enjoys being one step ahead, uses good judgement and takes pride in keeping things organised and moving.
About the Team
You’ll join our Corporate Executive Assistant team, a close and collaborative group of experienced EAs who provide dedicated support to Monash Health’s Chief Officers. While each EA supports their own executive, the team works together, shares knowledge and steps in to support each other when needed.
You’ll also be an important part of the broader People and Engagement team, working closely with leaders and teams across Culture and Experience, Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Workplace Relations and the Monash Health Foundation.
We’re looking for someone who values being part of a team and contributes to a positive, supportive and professional culture.
About You
You are an experienced, organised and proactive Executive Assistant who enjoys working at pace, building relationships and being part of a team.
You’ll bring:
- Significant experience supporting senior executives in a complex organisation
- Excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills
- Confidence managing executive diaries, meetings, correspondence and governance requirements
- Sound judgement, discretion and confidentiality
- Strong Microsoft 365 skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Experience supporting Board or governance processes, or working within healthcare, the public sector or another complex environment, will be highly regarded.
If you’re looking for an EA role where you can build a strong executive partnership while also being part of a genuinely collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Talent Acquisition Team Leader Lindsey Crichton on mobile 0407 238 013
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 2 October 2026