Premier's Department Assistant Protocol Officer You.
At the centre of big ideas. Temporary role up to 6 December 2024 based in Government House SydneyExpressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this temporary role for a period up to 6 December 2024.
About the role
The Assistant Protocol Officer provides timely protocol advice and support to the Governor, Governor's spouse, and Official Secretary in the planning and management of Vice Regal events, official engagements, and ceremonial events, ensuring the delivery of professional and high-quality services that meet Vice Regal standards.
In this role, you will also provide assistance and support to the Manager Protocol in the conduct of all other protocol activities and programs.
You will be responsible for: Undertaking research and preparing event briefs, information, and related documents to ensure the Governor and Governor's spouse are fully apprised of all relevant issues.Coordinating and supporting arrangements for the Vice Regal official program, including visits to community and patronage groups, visits to focus regions, and ceremonial and diplomatic calls to the Governor and Governor's spouse.Consulting, liaising, and negotiating with patronage and community organisations to plan and deliver Vice Regal events and ceremonial occasions held at Government House, including the invitation and RSVP process.Accompanying the Governor and/or Governor's spouse at events to ensure protocol standards are upheld by providing advice on protocol matters, briefing the Vice Regal party prior to arrival at functions, and coordinating timing and transport arrangements.Supporting the Manager Protocol in the planning and conduct of activities to ensure timely, high-level advice and support to the Governor, Governor's spouse, and Official Secretary to facilitate the delivery of professional and high-quality services that meet stakeholder requirements.Why work for Government House Sydney? Government House Sydney, the residence and the seat of administration of the Governor of New South Wales, is staffed by employees of the Premier's Department.
The team at Government House Sydney supports the Governor in the conduct of constitutional, ceremonial, and community duties.
Our people undertake challenging and rewarding work to support the Governor and ensure a positive experience for visitors and guests.
We are guided by our core values of integrity, trust, service, and accountability.
We also provide our people with opportunities to learn, develop, and adapt within an inclusive and supportive environment.
We endeavour to make roles flexible where possible and encourage conversations on flexibility on an 'if not, why not.'
While this role is advertised as full-time, we will consider requests to undertake the work flexibly.
How to Apply Your application should include:
a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)an up-to-date resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 5 pages).The selection process may include a range of assessment techniques to assist hiring managers in determining your suitability for the role.
Candidates can request a reasonable adjustment throughout each step of the recruitment process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment process, please note this in your application.
Our Commitment The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live.
We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past, present, and future.
We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, and those living in rural, regional, and remote locations.
Closing date: Thursday 22 August 2024 (11:59PM)
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