About us
We are committed to working together for a thriving community. We do this by delivering over 130 services to our rapidly growing population and working hard to protect and improve what it is that makes Greater Geelong such a great place to live.  

We’re going through an exciting period of change that will help us serve our community better. From digital modernisation to the contemporary office we’re building in Central Geelong, now more than ever is a great time to join our diverse and inclusive team.

About the Role

Provide a high level of organisation, communication and corporate administrative support to the Manager Arts & Culture, and the Arts & Culture Department in the development and implementation of the annual Department programs and major projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with organising, planning and responding to corporate and department needs in a proactive manner. This includes prioritisation of meetings and following up information requests.
• Provide general corporate administration for the Department including dissemination of information, minute taking, co-ordination and auctioning of correspondence and preparation of meeting documentation.
• Oversee and contribute to the development, maintenance and implementation of the Customer Relationship Management system for the Department.
• Build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders of the Department.
• Assist the Manager with budget monitoring and tasks, within budget guidelines and delegation levels.
• Research and prepare reports, correspondence and presentations.
• Co-ordinate Department events including catering, equipment and resources.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Business Administration qualification would be an advantage
• Extensive administrative experience including minute taking, co-ordination of records management systems, creation and maintenance of customer relationship systems, preparation of reports, correspondence and presentations.
  • Advanced computer skills in MS Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc.).
  • Highly developed organisational and time management skills.
  • Experience in the arts would be desirable

As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy the benefits of:

• flexible work arrangements
• paid parental leave (14 weeks)
• a healthy and safe environment
• our employee wellbeing program
• discounted memberships at Swim Sport and Leisure facilities
• career development opportunities.

Applications and Enquiries
Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position. Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria as listed in the position description.

Click the Apply for this job button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity.

Applications close Wednesday 15 September 2021.

Enquiries: Martin Paten | 0410402550 | mpaten@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

City of Greater Geelong values equal opportunity, fairness and enjoys a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are encouraged from people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and people of all other cultural backgrounds.