Address About the Barkly Region
The Barkly Region covers more than 320,000 km2 stretching from the old Telegraph Station at Barrow Creek in the south to the historical droving township of Newcastle Waters in the north. Located approximately 1000km south of Darwin and 500km north of Alice Springs. Tennant Creek has a population of 3,252 and is the largest town in the region.
About us:
The Barkly Regional Council is the second-largest Local Government by land mass in Australia. The estimated population of the Barkly Regional Council is 6,316 spread over 7 communities (2 regional towns and 5 remote communities). Employing an average of 200 staff, of whom 63% are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, we are committed to delivering services for residents of the region.
About the Role:
The Executive Manager is a diverse position within Barkly Regional Council, covering the roles of Executive Assistant to the Mayor, and CEO.
The position is responsible for providing confidential and professional support to the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to ensure the efficient flow of administrative and governance processes. It also involves public relations, liaising with media outlets and internal and external customers to provide a high level of customer service to government departments, non-government organisations, and the community as well as delivering council secretariat services including the preparation of agendas and minutes for Council Meetings.
The Essentials:
Demonstrated experience in a similar role with administration processes and procedures including minute-taking and agenda preparation.
The ability to cope with high volumes of work to set and meet deadlines and determine priorities.
Proven ability to successfully interact with people at all levels by working in a team and independently.
Ability to recognise sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
A current driver’s licence.
The Finer Details:
Salary $115,500 per annum ($2,221.10 gross per week).
Tennant Creek Zone Allowance of $1.8900 per ordinary hour.
11% Superannuation.
5% Leave Loading
Free access to the swimming pool and gym facilities.
Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Relocation Assistance of up to $5,000.
The successful applicant may be eligible for a housing subsidy of up to $330.00 per week in compliance with the Council’s Tennant Creek Staff Housing Policy.
https://www.barkly.nt.gov.au/careers/positions-vacant/executive-manager-1
To apply for your new adventure, submit an Expression of Interest covering the Essential Criteria along with your up-to-date Resume to **@barkly.nt.gov.au
Need more information call our friendly reception on 08 8962 00***today and ask for Emily Wells.
Applications Close Wednesday 20th March 2024.
Suitable applicants may be appointed during the application process.
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all.
Any application from outside of Australia that does not clearly show that the applicant has full Australian working rights will be automatically rejected.
