Executive Assistant and Strategic Support Officer

• Rare opportunity to provide strategic support to the Mayor and General Manager
• Join a progressive and innovative lower north shore council
• Permanent full-time award-based position with a Rostered Day Off approximately every 3 weeks
• Competitive remuneration package

About Council and its Culture

We offer diverse and rewarding work with a range of benefits including:

• Rostered Day Off (approximately every 3 weeks for full-time staff)
• Travel Subsidy Program
• Tertiary Assistance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Genuine work life balance

Additionally, our staff can deliver on initiatives that have a tangible impact on the daily lives of residents.

What You’ll Be Working On

You will provide high-level executive, governance and strategic support to the Mayor and General Manager.

In your day to day work you will manage executive workflows including diary management, correspondence, briefings and governance processes.

You will support strategic initiatives and organisational improvement activities across the organisation.

The role will also see you engaging with Councillors, community representatives, government agencies and partners; preparing executive papers, presentations and reports; and assisting with strategic coordination and business improvement activities.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

You will bring significant experience supporting senior executives in a complex organisation, preferably local government.

Your strong written communication skills, including preparation of reports, briefings and official correspondence; exceptional organisational skills managing competing priorities and deadline; and sound understanding of governance, privacy and public sector accountability frameworks will ensure your success in the role.

Additionally, you are able to exercise discretion and political awareness when working with elected officials and senior executives.

How to Apply

If you enjoy diverse work where no day is the same, apply now! You will be able to find out more about the role and access Position Description.

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Evelyn Lee on 9978 4255 .

Interested, like to know more? Please go to the Careers at Council page of our website at https://mosman.nsw.gov.au/council/employment

Applications close: 20 July 2026

Mosman Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Mosman Council is committed to creating safer communities for children and young people.