AddressEvents and Administration Officer
Full-Time, 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Total Package $70,621.20 per annum, pro-rata (inclusive of superannuation)
• A great opportunity for an 'administrative gun' to transition into a new role
• Work alongside highly skilled experts in their field in an inclusive and collaborative workplace
• Gain invaluable experience and insight into the Local Government space.
• Sector leading 6 week's annual leave (accrued pro-rata)
Do you thrive in a dynamic, high-energy environment? Are you super organised and passionate about creating unique event experiences?
WALGA is searching for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Events and Administration Officer to join the marketing team on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent position.
You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside our Senior Events Advisor and play a key role in helping to orchestrate our prestigious annual Local Government Convention, along with a range of other exciting WALGA events throughout the year.
This is your chance to be part of an engaged and high performing team, surrounded by supportive colleagues who are dedicated to your growth and success. This is a great opportunity to dip your toe into the sector and catapult your career in this space.
What does a typical week look like?
With your strong background in administration, you’ll be providing comprehensive administration support to the Events and marketing team, particularly around our flagship convention, which is coming up very shortly!
This will include coordination of event logistics, on-site support to members, addressing queries, providing administration support to the Senior Events Advisor, and ensuring a positive convention experience for our members.
It is an event which sees the whole of WALGA get involved some way or another so you will meet a wide range of stakeholders, internal and external.
Enough about us. Let’s talk about you.
You have excellent written and verbal communications skills, are a naturally organised and detail orientated individual and have experience in administrative support or events/corporate hospitality.
As a team player with a collaborative spirit, you thrive in group settings. Your proficiency in using new software like event registration or ticketing systems will benefit you in this position in addition to being competent in PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
This may be a 6-month fixed term contract, but we believe it can be a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience not only in events or administration, but also the Local Government sector.
Why you’ll love working here
At the heart of our organisation is our people. Most of our employees work at head office, based in West Leederville and we also have some regional employees.
We pride ourselves on offering a safe and inclusive culture with fantastic workplace benefits and entitlements, including setting budget aside for professional development. What we are most proud of is getting the chance to work on niche and interesting projects, with some incredibly talented people, on issues that matter.
WALGA's HQ in West Leederville is centrally located within easy reach of public transport, bike paths and paid parking options. We also provide excellent end of trip facilities for those arriving by alternate methods of transport. Our Thrive wellbeing program means you’ll get to enjoy regular activities and initiatives (in fact we could be at a healthy mind seminar or a enjoying a fitness class whilst you’re reading this.)
We also have an active social club to cater for all interests, and if that doesn’t give you enough of a feel for our vibe, we can offer you book club, trivia nights and a pet wall where we proudly show off our fur babies. We are also committed to being a menopause friendly employer.
So, when we say we look after our people and each other, we mean it.
Who are we?
The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) is an independent, member-based, not-for-profit organisation representing and supporting the WA Local Government sector.
Our membership includes all 139 Local Governments in the State. WALGA uses its influence, support, and expertise to deliver better outcomes for WA Local Governments and their communities. We do this through effective advocacy to all levels of Government on behalf of our members, and by the provision of expert advice, services, and support to Local Governments.
WALGA’s vision is for agile and inclusive Local Governments enhancing community wellbeing and enabling economic prosperity.
To find out more about us, please visit www.walga.asn.au
Apply now
If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
If you have questions that can’t be found in this ad or the position description, please email *******@walga.asn.au.
Applications will close 4:00pm, Tuesday, 26 June 2024.
We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.
To view the position description and apply please visit our careers page
WALGA embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as well as people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
This role is being sourced directly by WALGA. We respectfully request no agencies approach.
