Events Officer
- Fulltime/Permanent!
- One of the Fastest Growing Local Governments in Australia! Great Career Opportunities!
- Family Friendly - 9-day Fortnights / Hybrid WFH / Paid Parental Leave!
- 12% Super - Choose to co-contribute and receive up to 18%!
Avoid the city chaos and embrace the family friendly, country town atmosphere of Mundijong! Use your proven background in Event Management to help shape our rapidly growing Shire.
Join us at "The Shire"
Here at "The Shire" we live and breathe our values of Accountability, Collaboration and Trust to proactively support our fellow employees and our local community. We encourage and embrace positive change and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our fun and dynamic team! We are seeking an experienced and professional Events Officer with a passion for community.
This position has primary responsibility for delivery of Civic Events, including citizenship ceremonies and key milestone events such as ANZAC Day. The position also works to contribute to and deliver a range of community-based events across year and support the development of a successful event program.
Some of the key responsibilities of the role are:
- Planning, coordination and delivery an annual calendar of Civic Events, including the Australia Day Awards, ANZAC Day, Official Openings and landmark occasion events (such as naming ceremonies) within the Shire.
- Planning, coordination and delivery of the Shire's regular Citizenship Ceremonies, including event logistics, liaison with Department of Home Affairs and other stakeholders/organising bodies.
- Undertaking of all tasks relevant to the delivery of Civic Events in the Shire, including but not limited to procurement, promotions, invitation and RSVP processes, and all relevant event approval requirements.
- Coordination of online communication and promotion activities for Civic Events.
- Support the coordination and delivery of the Shire's annual community events program in conjunction with the Community Development team.
- Evaluation of events and reporting of the information to appropriate organisations and officers for continual improvement practices.
We are looking for a candidate with the following skills and experience:
- Excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills, including competence in computer and database use.
- Experience in programming and delivery of community and/or civic events.
- Sound interpersonal, public relations and customer service skills, with the ability to liaise and sustain relationships at all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
- High level organisation and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and remain calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated knowledge of grant funding, including sourcing, developing applications and acquittals.
- Ability to work irregular hours, which would include regular evening functions and occasional weekends.
The Important Stuff!
An attractive salary is on offer of up to $82,400.00 per annum is on offer dependent on experience. Not only will you have the opportunity to swap the city chaos for our fabulous natural environment and quiet rural outlook, but here are also some other great benefits:
- Free local gym membership and Wellness programs including Fitness passport.
- If you choose to contribute additional super, we will match up to 3% as a co-contribution.
- Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening.
- 22kW AC Charger for electric vehicles.
- Two additional Local Government days off per year.
- The option of Purchased Leave.
- Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
- Professional development opportunities - study leave and study assistance.
- Free Onsite Parking.
About the Shire!
Located in Mundijong just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD on the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp, our Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia. What that means is that we are transforming the way our community works, lives and plays. It's an exciting time at "The Shire" and you could be a part of it!
Our community come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because it's the right thing to do and because it makes our organisation stronger. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all applications as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Where do I apply?
Submit your cover letter and resume online no later than midday, Friday 08 August 2025. We are reviewing applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We encourage applications from all areas, including Mandurah, Peel.
