Applications Close (AWST): 11:45 PM 23/03/2025Salary up to: $80,000 - $89,999, $90,000 - $99,999Occupation: Policy/Planning/Research, Procurement/Contract ManagementWork Type: Maximum Term - Full TimeLocation: Kununurra - Remote WAAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.
We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.The OrganisationThe Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important.
We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, and Respect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.The OpportunityWe are looking for a skilled Project Support Officer to join our Planning and Community Development Team in Kununurra to provide essential support across the Shire's Strategic Projects program, ensuring efficient project delivery, excellent governance and communications, stakeholder & community engagement, and administrative coordination.
This role is also responsible for:Create and prepare regular and ad hoc reports as required;Support procurement processes, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with funding requirements;Assist in community consultation, stakeholder engagement, and public communications;Support the development of communication materials, social media updates, and project-related messaging;Transition into assisting facility planning, program development, and community-driven initiatives as projects progress;Maintain project documentation, coordinate meetings, and support project teams as required.Formal Project Management and/or Business Administration (Minimum Diploma) and current unrestricted WA Driver's Licence are essential for this role.You will also need experience or understanding of working with communities to support local development initiatives, strong understanding of project lifecycles, ability to support project teams effectively, ability to craft clear messaging, ability to work within multidisciplinary teams, ability to identify strengths within a team, strong ability to manage deadlines, prioritize workload, and coordinate multiple tasks efficiently.More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.Salary and BenefitsWorking for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:6 weeks annual leave11.5% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per yearFlexible working arrangementsShire provided corporate uniformsA variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) servicesPlease note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual and part-time roles.APPLY NOW!If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page or contact Nick Allen, our Director Planning and Community Development on for a confidential discussion.Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa.
Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.#J-18808-Ljbffr