Building connection, safety and wellbeing. Together.
Family Life is a recognised Employer of Choice. Work with us and be part of our supportive, people-focused culture.
At Family Life, we’ve been working alongside children, families and communities since 1970 to build connection, safety and wellbeing. We are proudly inclusive, people centred and values driven — and we’re looking for someone who embodies these qualities to support our CEO, Board and Executive Group.
We are seeking an Executive Coordinator who is highly organised, emotionally intelligent, and proactive. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, bring clarity to complex situations, and keep key priorities progressing. A Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is highly desirable, and a minimum of three years’ experience as an Executive or Personal Assistant is essential.
This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys working with senior leaders, communicates with ease across diverse stakeholders, and takes pride in creating smooth, effective organisational flow.
As Executive Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring the CEO’s office operates effectively and that communication, relationships and priorities across the organisation are well supported.
Your work will span:
This is much more than a traditional EA role — it’s an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that strengthens families and communities.
Executive Support
Governance Support
You will thrive in this role if you are:
Organised and proactive
An emotionally intelligent communicator
Detail focused and structured
Tech confident and experienced
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Additionally, you will have access to:
A full position description please click here.
Please submit your confidential application including a CV and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria via our Application Portal.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate. Please apply now to ensure you do not miss out!
For further information regarding the position please contact
Samantha Caton, People and Culture Coordinator on (03) 8599 5433.
Applications close: 5 March 2026. Interviews will be held on 30 and 31 March 2026
Belong, Learn and Grow With Us as We Support Families and Build Stronger Communities
Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) represents the unique benefits, experiences and opportunities that define what it means to work at Family Life. It reflects our commitment to fostering an environment where every team member feels valued, engaged and inspired to thrive.
All offers of employment are subject to the Family Life Safety Screening process, including a Working with Children Check and Police Records Check. Any person issued with a negative notice on their Working with Children Check will not be eligible for employment with Family Life.
Family Life values diversity and welcomes applicants who meet the position criteria, irrespective of race and ethnicity, colour, age, gender, gender identity, disability, religion and sexual orientation.
Family Life is a trauma informed organisation and recognises the unique skills, contributions and insights that come from lived experience.
Family Life is a child safe organisation. We value, respect and listen to children and young people. We are committed to the safety of all children and young people. Family Life supports children to meet their potential and thrive. We do not tolerate neglect, mistreatment or abuse of any kind.
