Sports & Recreation Project Support Officer (Internal Only)

Job No: CN3738
Location: Newcastle

  • Permanent Part-time Opportunity (17.5 hours per week)

You will work alongside team members in the Sport and Recreation team and provide support in particular to the Project Planning and Recreation Planning teams through the management of project records and processes and responding to customer requests. You may be required to draft project management documentation in accordance with your skills and experience and be involved in the provision of accurate, timely and confidential support to the team, including project document control. 

The essentials you’ll need:

  • Certificate III in Business Administration (or equivalent qualification), and / or extensive administrative experience in a Planning or Project Management environment.
  • Advanced computer skills using Microsoft office suite.
  • Extensive experience creating and controlling the distribution of templates and documents.
  • Experience in assisting with project documentation including project charters, project plans, project status and closure reports, and consultation documentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines on a daily basis, as well as a willingness to prioritise immediately urgent tasks and apply a high level of contingency skills.
  • Knowledge of finance recording and invoicing procedures.
  • Developed interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team, and to contribute to team effectiveness and development.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist with community consultation processes.

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Our people are valued and have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. These include flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and health and wellbeing programs.

CN proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion to represent the community of our Local Government Area. All candidates will be assessed against the essential criteria outlined in the position description. Suitable candidates may be placed on an eligibility list for future identical positions for a period of 12 months.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 28 April 2024

Remuneration:  $40,087.51 + 11% Superannuation per annum for a 17.5 -hour week.

Contact: Ben Elhorst - Sport & Recreation Manager - 02 4974 1364 

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We encourage internal employees to inform their current managers if this opportunity is of interest before submitting a formal application.

Internal recruitment and staff movements incur a four (4) week notice period. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team if you require further information. 

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