Executive Assistant - Pine Creek

Job No: 86269
Location: Pine Creek, NT

 

  • Working in Pine Creek get to know spectacular parts of outback Australia most people will never see!
  • Enjoy fantastic job security within the Council sector!
  • Competitive remuneration circa $60,370 + Super and relocation allowance of up to $5000!
  • 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading + 10 days personal leave!

About the Organisation

The Victoria Daly Regional Council was formed as part of the Local Government reforms in the Northern Territory. Council Service Centres are located in Kalkaringi, Yarralin, Timber Creek, Pine Creek and Nauiyu.

The Council has a vision to provide good governance, leadership and advocacy. To ensure the local communities are empowered towards developing a strong regional economy, the Council have adopted the values of respect, integrity, honesty, openness and equality. To fulfil their vision, Victoria Daly Regional Council promotes local employment and high-quality services within financial resources.

About Life in Pine Creek

Established in the late 1800s after a gold rush in the area, Pine Creek is located 90 kilometres north of Katherine. The town is a treasure trove of heritage bush buildings and mining sites. Echoes of the gold rush days are still evident in the historic Pine Creek Settlement.

The township is small but offers a range of accommodation options, including caravan parks and cabins. Many of the original buildings still stand, allowing travellers to soak up some of the old pioneering spirit. Step back in time by driving the Northern Goldfields Loop Heritage trail that takes you from Pine Creek to Adelaide River and on to the fascinating Grove Hill Heritage Hotel, an insight into life during the era.

Pine Creek is full of colourful characters and friendly locals. Next door to the Pine Creek Pub is the famous Maysies cafe. With decor inspired by 1950s American diners, walls adorned with pictures of classic Hollywood glamour, and the shirt Leonardo De Caprio wore in Romeo and Juliet.

About the Opportunity

Victoria Daly Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Executive Assistant to join their team based in Pine Creek, NT. 

Reporting to the Council Service Manager, you will be responsible for providing a high level of secretarial & administrative support to the Council Service Manager in the community.

More specifically, some of your duties will include, but may not be limited to:

  • Assisting the Council Service Manager with the monitoring of budget expenditure within the community;
  • Managing the day-to-day operations of the administration unit within the Council Service Centre;
  • Attending and taking minutes of Local Authority meetings in the community;
  • Planning and coordinating community events and festivals
  • Preparing the periodic reports required for funding bodies and regional office; and
  • Maintaining and completing relevant financial and legislative documentation.

To be successful you will have high-level experience in an administration/personal assistant role, to compliment your tertiary qualifications in Business Administration or a similar field. You'll be experienced in developing and refining administration systems, and be able to use information systems and reports to complete your duties.

The ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality and discretion as well as excellent attention to detail and organisational skills will be crucial. You will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal and thrive under pressure: prioritising tasks, coordinating activities and working within deadlines.

You'll consider yourself to be professional and friendly and will ensure your contact with internal and external stakeholders is timely, accurate and presents the organisation in a positive light.

You'll also be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

In this role, a working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety regulations is essential, as is a current C Class driver's licence. A criminal history clearance and Working with Children Clearance must be submitted with your application. Although not essential, tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline will be highly regarded. 

You will work in a welcoming, supportive and close-knit environment. Enjoy plenty of variety in this role, as you work closely with a dedicated group in a range of areas including regional services, civil services, community, housing and customer service.

PLEASE NOTE: You will require to hold Working with Children Clearance and recent Criminal History Check.

The organisation truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary circa $60,370 + superannuation and relocation allowance of up to $5000.

Victoria Daly Regional Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits, including:

  • Fantastic job security within the Council sector;
  • 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
  • 10 days personal leave.

This pivotal community position is an extremely satisfying and rewarding role giving you the chance to finish each working day knowing you have truly made a difference within the community!

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Please note: Applications close at 5:00pm Monday the 20th of February 2017.

You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident to be considered for this position.

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