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SalaryReporting directly to the Director Infrastructure & Development and Director Community & Corporate, the focus of this role is to provide effective and efficient assistance in the areas of administration, strategic organisational support, customer service and project management.
The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.
Job Description
This fast-paced and varied role will act as the point of contact for the Shire of Capel Directors. The successful candidate will provide professional executive support, and act as an effective liaison with Councillors, staff, and community members and customers. Some of the main duties and responsibilities will include ensuring successful completion of projects and tasks, assisting with procurement and purchasing, grant applications, generation of agendas and minutes, as well as coordinating diary arrangements. The role will also involve compiling, generating and distribution of documents, projects and tasks, assisting with research, reporting and record keeping.
Amongst other duties of the role are coordination and administrative support on the development and adoption of key strategic documents, including the Strategic Community Plan, Corporate Business Plan and Annual Report, providing assistance with planning civic functions, workshops and special events and liaising with the Communications Coordinator for internal and external information sharing.
The Rewards:
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
- Flexibility and support
- Investment in you and your career
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued; EEO, diversity and differences are respected
- Full time, 19-day work month
- A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
- Salary circa $ 72,000 based on skills and experience
- Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
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Desired Skills and Experience
Desired Skills and Experience
To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire's HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
- Experience working with Senior Level Executives in Local / State Government or Private Sector
- Highly developed written, word processing and verbal skills
- Sound research and analytical skills
- Well-developed time management, prioritisation and organisational skills
- Ability to display sound self-management and initiative
- A positive approach
- Accurate data entry, record keeping and numeracy skills
- High work quality and quantity output with attention to detail
- High level interpersonal and customer service skills and experience
- Ability to work in a high functioning team environment
- Ability to observe protocol and confidentiality requirements
Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222.
Further position related enquiries can be directed to Tanya Gillett, Director Infrastructure and Development or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.
Applications close
4:30pm on Monday 22 January 2024.
The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.
