Victoria Daly Regional Council
Community Development Administration Officer
Closes: 08 May
Description
- Earn an attractive remuneration package ranging between $78,559.39 - $81,887.62 plus superannuation.
- Provide high level of administrative support for the Director of Operations and the broader team.
- Benefit from a comprehensive range of perks, including relocation assistance, remote area allowance, salary sacrifice options, 6 weeks of annual leave plus 10 days of personal leave, and more!
Our passion for community is at the heart of everything we do
Our vision is to be a leader within the Australian Local Government and develop a broad range of strategies that will help shape our vision for the region through excellent service delivery and community engagement. We also aim to build one of Australia's most sustainable, vibrant, and diverse regions. Victoria Daly Regional Council runs a range of programs to engage the Indigenous communities.
For more information, please visit our website: https://www.victoriadaly.nt.gov.au/
How you’ll make a difference
Victoria Daly Regional Council is looking for a full-time Community Development Administration Officer based in Katherine, NT.
The Community Development Administration Officer provides a high level of administrative support for the Director of Community Development and the team in a professional and efficient manner.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Oversee and coordinate email correspondence, calendar scheduling, appointment setting and financial monitoring for the Director of Community Development.
- Prepare meeting agendas, materials, and track action items related to the Community Development department.
- Create and maintain document management systems for correspondence, reports and other forms of technical documentation the Community Development Department may use.
- Draft correspondence as required and collect information and data to compile reports and papers.
- Plan and arrange travel itineraries, including accommodation, and logistics, including contingences for the Director and team.
- Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Director.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the Director of Community Development and internal/external stakeholders.
- Provide basic support for office equipment and software.
- Raise purchase orders and receipt goods or services in accordance with Councils procurement policy and procedures.
Please click here to see the full position description.
As the Victoria Daly region has a large Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, you will need to ensure cultural sensitivity and awareness across all activities.
Selection Criteria - What you’ll bring to the team
To qualify, candidates will need proven administrative experience, including the ability to coordinate and manage tasks effectively.
Additionally, you will join with the following skills and background:
- Be willing to undertake work-related learning
- Demonstrated learning and growth mindset with a commitment to develop and master the skills necessary to be a successful member of the Community Services team.
- Willingness and ability to travel to remote communities across the Council region as required.
- Tertiary qualifications in business administration or a related field (Desirable)
- Proven experience in managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence.
- Strong ability to coordinate and manage travel itineraries efficiently.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
- Proficiency in office technology, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other administrative tools.
- Demonstrated commitment to working respectfully and inclusively with Aboriginal & Torres Strait islander peoples and culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Other Requirements
- Criminal History Check (recent within 3 months)
- A current Drivers’ Licence
- NDIs Worker Screening Clearence
- Working with Children’s clearance (Ochre Card)
A rewarding role - in more ways than one
In addition to a competitive salary of circa $78,559.39 - $81,887.62 per annum + superannuation, the successful candidate will enjoy rewarding work in a part of the world rarely seen by outsiders.
You will also receive access to a range of additional generous perks, including:
- Relocation assistance available up to $5,000 - let us help you make Katherine your new home
- Remote area allowance of $1,206.60
- Salary sacrifice options available - increase your take-home pay
- 6 weeks of Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
- 10 days of Personal Leave
- Travel allowances
- Flexible working arrangements
- Paid training and study leave
- Ongoing professional development opportunities - the Council actively supports the career progression of its employees through internal hires for leadership positions
Ready to Apply?
To be considered for this role please include your Resume, Cover Letter and a Statement addressing the Selection Criteria.
Applications close 8th of May 2025
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