Executive Assistant

GNS Science is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading authority on earth science, energy, and natural hazards and risk research. We generate scientific knowledge and innovation that enables people to thrive on a changing and challenging planet. Our geoscience and materials science expertise unlocks better economic, environmental, and social outcomes for local and global partners, customers, and communities.

We enable science-backed decision making about the things that matter most. Protecting people and economies from the shock of destructive natural hazard events. Harnessing natural resources for a sustainable energy future. Keeping property and infrastructure safe and resilient in the face of geohazard events and the intensifying effects of a changing climate.

GNS Science has a 150+ year history in geoscience research and consultancy. Today, we build on this legacy, sharing critical knowledge, innovative products, and essential services for a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous future.

We are seeking an Executive Assistant (EA) to support our General Manager People and Culture and General Manager Māori and Government Relations. This position provides confidential and timely support, you must be able to think fast on your feet, be calm under pressure, and be a natural problem solver.

The role

You will work closely to support the General Manager’s and their direct reports whilst also working collaboratively with other EA’s in GNS to deliver on a wide range of organisational priorities.You will be exposed to varied and interesting work, with the opportunity to learn something new each day. Working alongside experienced leaders, you will gain satisfaction from knowing you are contributing to the broader success of the organisation and the important work we do for a cleaner, safer, more prosperous New Zealand.

Responsibilities

With managing and coordinating the diary and workload of two General Manager’s, you will organise meetings and workshops including liaising with your counterparts in other organisations to set these up. You’ll take on projects that require an eye for detail and the co-ordination of a wide range of people. Accuracy is essential along with an eye for detail and an overview of the big picture. You will also support the General Manager’s direct reports as part of the wider group.

About you

You’ll be an experienced PA/EA, who ‘works with a smile’ in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You’ll be diplomacy personified – able to hold the confidences and confidentiality of the work matters you’ll be exposed to with unquestionable integrity and not an ounce of gossip.

Calm under pressure, you will know how to keep things on track, support the GM’s to deliver on multiple fronts and keep ahead of what’s coming next. You can juggle multiple balls without dropping them and enjoy being in a support role.

You’ll be comfortable liaising with people from throughout the organisation and have a knack for getting things done through and with others.

Why work for GNS Science?

Our work helps New Zealanders understand and address climate change, find and use greener energy and better manage the impacts of natural disasters on their homes and communities.

People come from all over the world to work for GNS Science.We foster a positive, collaborative culture, we invest in our people and provide a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace.

This is a permanent, part-time (26.6 hours per week) role and is based at our campus in Avalon, Lower Hutt.

The salary range for this position is between $76,680 to $85,200 (for full-time) depending on the successful candidate’s experience.

Want to know more?

View the full position description for this role here - https://www.gns.cri.nz/careers/.Please contact [email protected] with any questions or queries.

Please note that we may progress to interview with suitable candidates as applications are received, therefore please do not hesitate to apply if this role is of interest.

Applications close at 11.55 pm on Sunday, 20 April 2025