Job Description
- Full time
- Level 4
About Us
The Alexandrina region is uniquely positioned in the picturesque Southern Fleurieu Peninsula at the end of the River Murray and as a gateway to the iconic Coorong. It is within an easy drive from metropolitan Adelaide. The Alexandrina vision is about connecting communities through regional innovation, a thriving environment, quality of life and wellbeing for all, increasing cultural vitality and activating vibrant spaces.
The Alexandrina Community encompasses many townships, villages and rural areas, with two major hubs of Strathalbyn to the north-east and Goolwa to the south. The Alexandrina area is one of the fastest growing regional areas in South Australia - experiencing peri-urban trends while also noted for its high quality agricultural production. The area is renowned for its environment, heritage and lifestyle.
About the role
The Personal Assistant will support and assist the General Manager Resources in their duties to manage the Resources portfolio to achieve the outcomes of the Community Strategic Plan and to be an integral component of the Executive Management Team. The role has a key engagement focus within the portfolio and across Council, for stakeholders including Elected Members, government agencies and the community. To be successful in this role, a high level of flexibility to meet sometimes rapidly changing priorities and variable working duties and hours is a must.
About You
You will have exceptional communication and organisational skills supported by detailed knowledge and understanding of Council operations. As a natural problem solver, you will also have the ability to think critically. Working under limited direction is familiar to you and effectively managing and prioritising your time to meet deadlines at a quality standard is a key strength you pride yourself on.
You will also have:
- Proven experience dealing with sensitive and complex issues while maintaining relationships and providing support in organisation and community issues.
- Extensive experience in the preparation of drafting reports, agenda items, minutes and general correspondence.
- Highly developed time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
- A genuine commitment to the Alexandrina Council region and it's future direction.
- Honesty, integrity, accountability and resilience.
What's in it for you?
We offer a great salary, 10% superannuation, and the ability to really influence the future of our council and its surrounds. If this sounds like you, don't delay, please get in touch today.
For more information please contact Elizabeth Williams, General Manager Resources on 08 8555 7000
Application requirements, the position information document and the selection criteria can be viewed on Council's website, www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au
Applications should arrive no later than 5:00pm 25 February 2021
To apply for this job go to: http://alexandrina.recruitmenthub.com.au/Current-Opportunities & enter ref code: 5371547. Applications close 25 February 2021
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