Executive Support Officer / Tīheru Ohu Toihautū

Job Description

Posted Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 10 : 00 am | Expires Sunday, 5 October 2025 at 8 : 59 am

Imagine waking up to the serene beauty that is Rotorua – with lakes at your doorstep and embracing the thrill of mountain biking in the metropolis of trails. Join Te Kaunihera o ngā roto o Rotorua | Rotorua Lakes Council and be part of a team that brings exceptional projects to life, such as the iconic Sir Howard Morrison Centre, the current revitalisation of the Rotorua Aquatic Centre, and the stunning Rotorua Lakefront Redevelopment. As a council deeply rooted in biculturalism and a strong connection with Te Arawa, our local iwi, this is your opportunity to work at the forefront of culture, people, and connections.

Kauria ngā wai o ngā roto, kauria ngā wai o ngā kaupapa nui! Swim the tranquil waters of our lakes, bathe in the opportunities working at Council provides.

Are you organised, proactive and passionate about supporting senior leaders?

Rotorua Lakes Council is seeking an Executive Support Officer to provide exceptional business support to Council's Executive team.

This role will work closely with our Chief Executive and Executive Team, delivering high-quality, confidential executive administration and support. You will assist with diary management, meeting coordination as well as preparing reports, presentations, correspondence and agendas, ensuring timely and accurate information flow. You'll maintain strong working relationships, representing the Executive Team professionally both within Council and externally.

We are looking for someone with demonstrated experience in supporting senior executives, directors or managers in a complex organisation. You'll need excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise a busy workload and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Discretion and professionalism handling sensitive information is essential.

Be part of an innovative, future-focused council making a real difference for the people of Rotorua.

Apply now if you are ready to play a key part in shaping our city alongside Rotorua Lakes Council’s executive leadership.

Te Kaunihera o nga Roto o Rotorua (Rotorua Lakes Council) is committed to working in partnership with Te Arawa, our local iwi. We aspire to being a bicultural organisation and we value staff who speak te reo Maori, have an appreciation of Maori values, and a working knowledge of tikanga Maori.

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