Project Administrator

Are you a highly organised project administrator? This may be the next project for you.

About the role / A snapshot of your new role

The Project Administrator will provide efficient administrative and coordination support to the Office of the CEO, in particular the South East Corridor Council Alliance (SECCA) Business Unit, ensuring the delivery of governance, project and advocacy activities. Join the City of Canning on a temporary (12 months), full time basis, and contribute to the professionalism, consistency and responsiveness of SECCA's operations.

A snapshot of your new role:

• Provide high level and efficient administrative support to the broader Office of the CEO Program.
• Schedule and organise meetings, forums, workshops and stakeholder engagement (SECCA Mayoral Board, CEO Group, and Task Group) meetings.
• Assist with project initiatives, preparing briefing notes, and managing correspondence.
• Develop meeting agendas and record meeting minutes.
• Support coordination of follow up actions with stakeholders.
• Track and monitor project timelines, milestones and budget across a range of initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and digital files across SECCA projects and governance activities.
• Maintain databases, contact lists and engagement calendars and website updates.
• Provide high level and efficient administrative support to the broader Office of the CEO Program.

What you will bring to the role:

• Proven experience in an administrative, project coordination, or executive assistant role
• Demonstrated ability to provide project and administrative support across multiple projects and work within project management frameworks and practices.
• Experience in a local government environment (desired).
• Sound knowledge and proficient in Microsoft Office products including Office365, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and cloud-based tools.
• Ability to work autonomously with problem solving abilities requiring minimal supervision
• A positive, can-do attitude, with a commitment to fostering collaboration, and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Willingness to travel across the SECCA Local Governments.
• Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration, Community Development or a related field would be an advantage.

For a closer look at the role please refer to the Position Description attached to the vacancy in our recruitment portal.

Why you will love working at the City

• A Temporary (12 months, with possibility of extension), Full-Time role in a welcoming and thriving council.
• Work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off.
• $74, $85,193.25 per annum + super.
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.
• Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars
• Free on-site parking.
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Genuine commitment to learning and development.
• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit , select the position and click "APPLY". You may also contact Melisha Kuehn on for a confidential discussion.  The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.

Applications are open until 5:00pm 21 September. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.