Community Development Administration Officer
The Shire of Esperance, located 750 km from Perth on Western Australia's south‐east coast, employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles. Employees enjoy generous benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work‐life balance.
All employees strive to embody the Shire's values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence, contributing to the community and making Esperance a great place to live and work.
About the Job
This position provides administrative support to the Esperance Civic Centre and the Community Development and Events team. It contributes to the day‐to‐day operations of the venue, including administration, advertising and promotion, as well as community engagement. The role supports community outreach, planning, implementation and delivery of programs, events and projects in response to identified needs, service gaps and community strengths as outlined by Council. It is a full‐time role, working 38 hours per week.
Responsibilities
* Provide administrative support within the day‐to‐day operations of the Esperance Civic Centre and Community Development and Events teams as required.
* Ensure appropriate and innovative advertising and promotion activities are undertaken for Civic Centre shows and programs.
* Maintain and nurture communication channels with the community sector, undertaking effective consultation, producing and disseminating relevant information and promotional material.
* Provide support and guidance to community organisations to assist them in achieving their goals.
* Assist Events and Community Development staff to plan, implement, deliver and evaluate major community events, projects, workshops, programmes and other opportunities for community organisations, volunteers and community members to connect with wider networks, consistent with Council's priorities.
* Maintain websites for key Community Development/Civic Centre programmes and events.
* Represent the Council at community group meetings and functions, including those held outside of business hours.
* Assist with the ticketing and bookings systems for the Civic Centre shows.
* Assist with the coordination of volunteers and casual staff.
* Coordinate and administer the Kidsport Program.
* Perform any other duties as required.
Qualifications
* Level 4 – Previous relevant experience in administration roles.
* Well‐developed customer service skills, including interpersonal and networking skills.
* Experience working with community groups and organisations.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft‐based computer software packages (e.g., Word, Excel).
* Flexible approach to working hours.
* Current driver's licence.
* Working With Children Card or ability to obtain.
* RSA or ability to obtain.
* Level 5 – Relevant qualifications at a tertiary level.
* Extensive experience in social media engagement and creation of promotional materials.
* In‐depth functional knowledge of Microsoft‐based computer software packages (e.g., Word, Excel).
* Demonstrated experience with Canva.
* Project management and event experience, including budget management and supervision of casual staff and volunteers.
Benefits
Salary: $70,689.00 – $73,600.00 per annum.
Permanent staff are entitled to:
* 5 weeks annual leave per year.
* The option of one Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 4 weeks in exchange for working 40 hours per week.
* Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution.
* Superannuation co‐contribution offered to a maximum of 5%.
* Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym).
* Access to career development opportunities.
* Uniform allowance.
* Flexible work arrangements.
* Employee wellness initiatives including the Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations.
The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre‐employment medical examination, including a drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.
The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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