Lord Mayor and Councillor Support Officer

Job description

• Immediate start, initial contract through to 16th September 2024 with view to extend
• $44.89ph + super
• Parramatta location
• Full time, Monday to Friday
• Government experience is highly regarded
• Must be able to commit to the full length of the initial contract

• Providing secretarial support including examining and prioritising correspondence, taking follow up action and preparing draft replies where appropriate
• Screening visitors and telephone calls and refer/follow up accordingly
• Organising Councillors’ schedules and meetings
• Providing documented responses to constituents on behalf of the Lord Mayor and Councillors
• Drafting correspondence and reports
• Scheduling meetings, events, conferences and appointments - Diary and calendar managements
• Ensuring the Lord Mayor and Councillors are provided with all necessary stationery, printing and other equipment to effectively fulfill their roles
• Exercising discretion, sensitivity and confidentiality in a highly political environment
• Other ad-hoc duties as required

• Previous experience in a high level administrative support role, within a Government environment is highly beneficial
• Highly organised with a strong attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal, strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Team player