AddressThe Shire of Exmouth is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Events Officer to join our Corporate and Commercial Services team on a full-time basis. An opportunity for part-time and/or job share arrangements may be considered for the right candidates.
Reporting to the Coordinator Community Development, this position is responsible for enhancing and impeding a positive image of the Shire of Exmouth and nurturing a friendly, safe and inclusive spirit. Development and delivery of Shire of Exmouth organized community events and also enabling and assisting events delivered by community organisations through the provision of Shire support and skill development opportunities.
In this role you will coordinate and develop a comprehensive annual events program for the Shire run events and activities, including community development activities, formal commemoration services, community events, and health promotion activities both internally and externally and opportunities in the lead up of these through community workshops and training as required. You will be responsible for organisation of equipment hire, purchase, maintenance, storage, testing and other physical requirements related to events as well as ensuring the appropriate licences and approvals are obtained. Liaise, assist and work with a range of stakeholders – individual and organisations – operating within the Shire of Exmouth in relation to the funding, support, skill development, and delivery of events.
To be successful in this role you will have a tertiary or certificate level qualification appropriate to this position such as in event management or marketing. You will have advanced working knowledge and experience in identifying, developing and managing community events and activities with proven project management and organisational skills. An understanding of community development to achieve quality outcomes for the community and proven ability to use initiative to create new and innovative events and activities.
The position is classified as Level 6 under the Shire of Exmouth Enterprise Agreement 2017.
Benefits – This role comes with the following benefits; Up to 21% superannuation (includes a co-contribution by you), eligibility for long service leave, uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other wellbeing services, regular RDO’s, and 5-weeks of annual leave.
How to apply:
To access a full job description and application form please visit the Shire of Exmouth website at www.exmouth.wa.gov.au/council/about-us/employment.aspx. Submit your application form, resume, and cover letter in Word of PDF outlining how you meet the requirements of the role to **************@exmouth.wa.gov.au no later than 4:30pm, Tuesday, 9 July 2024. For enquiries about this position please contact Ashley Aldridge, Coordinator Community Development on (08) 9949 3***.
