MA Strategic Planning Does supporting a driven leader excite you? We are seeking a high-level Personal Assistant with experience in providing Manager & Executive Support. Temporary/Max Term Full-time Closes in 3 weeks Location: Maroochydore Salary: $85 K – $92 K Total Remuneration Package (pro-rata) Applications close: Sunday, 24th November 2024 11:59pm AEST About the Role The Strategic Planning branch is responsible for the development and management of strategic land use planning policy, including the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme. The Manager's Assistant provides professional and confidential secretarial and administrative support to the Branch Manager, provides a point of contact for all internal and external customers of the branch, and coordinates and carries out key administrative tasks/projects for all teams within the branch. Responsibilities include: Coordinating and assisting in the day-to-day administration of the branch. Providing confidential secretariat support to the Manager including diary and appointment management. Responding to clients on behalf of the Manager and preparing reports, agendas, and minutes following relevant research and analysis. Organising Branch meetings and various other events (including external facing events). Assisting with financial reconciliation and reporting. Inputting, searching, and retrieving data to produce reports using a variety of corporate applications, programs, and systems. About you As an administrative professional, you are experienced in a highly professional team with confidential subject matter. You have demonstrated business acumen and the ability to apply legislation, policies, standards, regulations, and procedures relevant to the area of work. A Certificate IV in Business Administration/Local Government or other relevant disciplines or demonstrated learning in the workplace would be advantageous. You have strong time management skills and can prioritise tasks. You can work both independently and interdependently to ensure work tasks are delivered on time and to a high standard. You are a strong communicator with excellent customer service skills. You have a demonstrated ability to prepare standard business correspondence and use your initiative and sound judgement to guide customers and resolve problems. You are proficient in relevant computer software, applications, systems, databases, and mobile devices including Microsoft Office, electronic data content management, web publishing, customer management, property, and/or financial and human resource systems. As a requirement of this role, you will possess a current "C Class" driver's licence. Our Culture & Employee Benefits Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled, and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee, you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you: Wellbeing: Initiatives such as discounted health-related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program, and development opportunities. Flexibility: Flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model. Extras: Salary packaging options, 17.5% leave loading, and generous Superannuation contributions. How to apply Your written application should include: A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. A current resume or curriculum vitae. Once you have these two documents ready, click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts to complete your application. Further Information Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website. For specific enquiries contact Stephen Patey during business hours on 5420 8953. At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr