Executive Assistant, Gosford

Executive Assistant to District Director Community Wellbeing and Allied Health Central Coast Local Health District Gosford, Gosford & Central Coast NSW PA, EA & Secretarial (Administration & Office Support) Contract/Temp Commencing 87,813 Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to July 2027) Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1 Remuneration: Commencing to 87,813 Hours Per Week: 38 Executive Assistant to the District Director Community, Wellbeing & Allied Health  |  CCLHD  |  Fixed-Term (Maternity Leave Cover) This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency. This is not your typical Executive Assistant role. Working directly with the District Director, Community, Wellbeing and Allied Health, you will operate at the centre of a complex and high-performing portfolio — providing trusted, proactive support that enables executive decision-making across the district. This is a role where your judgement, discretion and ability to navigate competing priorities will genuinely influence outcomes. About The Role In this role, you will: Partner closely with the District Director to manage a dynamic executive office Coordinate priorities including diary management, meetings, briefings and correspondence Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and responses within tight timeframes Build strong relationships across senior leaders, stakeholders and external partners — including the Chief Executive, Ministry of Health and other government agencies Manage sensitive matters with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement About you You are someone who: Thrives in a fast-paced, complex environment with competing priorities Brings strong judgement and anticipates needs before they arise Communicates confidently with senior stakeholders Is highly organised, adaptable and solutions-focused Understands the importance of discretion and professionalism in an executive setting What We Offer A unique opportunity to work alongside a senior executive with district-wide influence Exposure to a diverse and high-impact portfolio across Community, Wellbeing and Allied Health A role where you are a trusted partner — not just support Fixed-term maternity leave opportunity with immediate impact and a defined timeframe If you are looking for a role where you can operate at a strategic level and make a meaningful contribution to health services on the Central Coast, we would love to hear from you. The Central Coast is home to one of the fastest growing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in NSW. To provide culturally safe, responsive care, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and are committed to creating an inclusive and culturally safe workplace where all staff feel valued and supported. Working for Central Coast Local Health District to NSW Health? Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. Vaccination Requirements All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive.