Posted 2 days ago
Description
About the Company
We are looking for an experienced Councillor Support Officer/Administrator to join a NSW Government department in Parramatta a 3 month contract with an immediate start!
About the Role
The role serves as a liaison, ensuring that Councillors are well-supported and that communication and project tracking are efficiently managed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with relevant Council teams for ward-based projects.
- Coordinate and track progress of ward-based projects.
- Prepare and conduct briefings for Councillors and the Executive, ensuring feedback is collected and outcomes are achieved.
- Manage community consultation processes and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective community buy-in.
- Prioritise and manage Councillor service requests, including meeting requests and resident inquiries.
- Coordinate responses to Councillor requests and correspondence from various operational areas within the Council.
- Prepare high-level communications and correspondence for Councillors.
- Conduct research and provide analysis to Councillors on complex issues.
- Assist the Coordinator in the delivery of the Councillor Induction and Professional Development Program.
- Provide executive and administrative support to Councillors, including report and presentation preparation for Council/Committee meetings.
Skills & Experience
- A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in a highly politicised and/or sensitive environment
- Current NSW Driver's License
- Experience managing multiple complex projects as the 'client side'
- Ability to manage competing tasks with high attention to detail and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
- Intermediate computer skills
How to Apply
Click APPLY if you are interested!
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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