Events Approval and Projects Officer

The City of Albany is one of Western Australia’s most important and historic regional Cities. The services, facilities and activities that we offer are continually evolving and expanding. As an employee of the City, you can help us to reach our full potential. We employ around 450 staff members and provide an exceptional and committed service to the City of Albany and we create an environment where every employee has an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to a more diverse workforce and promote diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Status: Permanent, Full Time (1.0FTE)

Salary range: From July 1 - $80,779.69 - $84,782.27 per annum dependent on skills, qualifications and experience.

The City of Albany’s Events Team is looking for an organised and results driven individual to take up the role of Event Approval and Project Officer.

Reporting to the Events Team Leader, this role will see you responsible for, but not limited to:

• Deliver event approval processes for both internal and external event holders;
• Support Community Services with special projects and administration as required;
• Deliver projects under the guidance of the Manager Community Relations;
• Provide ongoing support for the implementation, development and approval of events within the City of Albany; and
• Provide guidance and support to events and festivals managed by community groups and commercial operators to optimise patronage, cultural, social and economic benefits.

Possession of proficient time management, organisation and administration skills is essential along with an understanding of event development and delivery. Communication proficiency is integral to this role, both written and verbal. The ability to work under pressure with multiple tasks and deadlines and maintain a high attention to detail is also required.

If you have experience working in a similar position within the community events area, knowledge of event specific marketing systems and processes and an understanding of typical community services functions in a government setting please apply.

What We Offer: The City offers some great benefits including flexibility in when and where you work to ensure a work-life balance. You will also enjoy a range of other benefits including:

• Superannuation matching of up to $4,500 per financial year
• Professional development opportunities, including training, memberships, and study assistance
• Excellent leave entitlements including annual leave loading and the ability to purchase up to an additional 8 weeks’ annual leave per year
• Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations, skin checks and health assessments
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Generous study assistance
• Employee recognition program
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Novated Leasing (where applicable)

Interested? Please review the full job information listed below for employment conditions, and how to correctly lodge and application.

• Conditions and Selection Criteria

To be eligible for an interview, applicants must submit a separate document that clearly covers the selection criteria outlined in the Conditions and Selection Criteria Document.

If you are having any difficulties or for further assistance with the process please contact People and Culture at peopleandculture@albany.wa.gov.au or on 6820 3110.

Role related queries should be directed to Elise Van Gorp, Manager Community Relations at elise.vangorp@albany.wa.gov.au or on 6820 3020.

Deadline: Applications close 5pm, Monday 15 July 2024

The City of Albany is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion across all its organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with lived disabilities, and individuals of all ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities.