Administration and Communications Officer

• Part time, 32 hours per week - flexible hours will be considered  - Immediate Start
• Location: Liebe Group Office, Dalwallinu, Western Australia
• Salary: Salary package to be negotiated
• Conditions: Australian citizenship/permanent residency, C- A Class Driver’s license is essential 

ABOUT THE LIEBE GROUP

The Liebe Group is a dynamic, grower-driven, not for profit organisation that operates within the Dalwallinu, Coorow, Perenjori and Wongan-Ballidu Shires in the West Australian Wheatbelt. As a leading ‘grass roots’ group, the Liebe Group provides its members with access to innovative, timely and relevant research along with grower and industry network opportunities from all over Australia. Liebe services over 100 farming businesses in the local region, encompassing a land area of over 1,000,000ha.

THE ROLE

The Liebe Group are seeking an enthusiastic and personable individual to carry out the role of Administration and Communications Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to move into a diverse role with a well respected and innovative farmer group. The Liebe Group is directed by a Board of Management consisting of grower representatives that guide the group in a strategic manner on behalf of the membership. It is the role of the Administration and Communications Officer to work closely with the Executive Officer and staff team to promote the Liebe Group profile and manage the day to day operation, communications and events of the group in an effective and efficient manner. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This diverse role will include, but is not limited to:

• General Administration and reception duties, including managing correspondence, office inventory and room and equipment hire.

• Management of membership database and Communications including development of an annual membership workshop program and liaison with Liebe members

• Responsible for all communications including developing media articles, managing website, social media and coordinating the Liebe Group publications and extension platforms.

• Event coordination from planning, implementation through to reporting in all Liebe Group events and field days.

• Assist with the development of project applications and the administration of Liebe Group projects with opportunities to manage small projects.

• Participating in the relevant Liebe Group committees. 

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook

• Well-developed administration skills, organisation skills, stakeholder management skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, strong front of office presentation skills

• Sound professional and creative writing skills

• High level of enthusiasm and motivation

• Ability to be hands on, proactive, work independently as required and work collaboratively as part of a team

• Experience in managing social media channels including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Desirable

• An understanding and interest in Western Australian farming systems

• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, including Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator 
 

Applications must be submitted by email to **@liebegroup.org.au and include a cover letter and resume.