About the role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Officer will provide high-level executive, governance and administrative support and play an important role in coordinating the CEO's office. This is a trusted position requiring discretion, initiative, robust judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy executive environment.

Key responsibilities

- Providing high-level executive support to the CEO

- Coordinating correspondence, briefings, reports and executive documentation

- Supporting Board and governance processes

- Coordinating meetings, agendas, papers and follow-up actions

- Monitoring executive priorities, commitments and deadlines

- Liaising professionally with staff, Directors, government, regulators, community organisations and external stakeholders

- Maintaining appropriate confidentiality and records

- Supporting organisational projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About us

SEARMS is an Aboriginal Community Housing Provider supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities across Southern NSW and the ACT region. Our focus is on strong governance, culturally responsive services and delivering better housing and community outcomes.

Why SEARMS?

This is an opportunity to work closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team and contribute to the continued development of a strong, sustainable and community-focused Aboriginal housing organisation.





The position provides broad exposure to executive leadership, governance, organisational reform, government and community engagement and the delivery of services that make a meaningful difference for the communities SEARMS serves.

About you

You will be highly organised, adaptable and confident working with senior executives and stakeholders.

You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Experience in executive support, governance, administration, community housing, Aboriginal organisations, government or the not-for-profit sector will be highly regarded.

Importantly, you will bring a respectful and collaborative approach and an understanding of the importance of culturally safe engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

How to apply

Please submit your cover letter and current CV outlining your experience and suitability for the position.

Applications open Friday 25 September 2026 and close Friday 9 October 2026.

For further information about the position, including the Position Description, please contact SEARMS via the email address *@searms.com.au

SEARMS strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with experience working alongside Aboriginal communities.

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