Administration Officer - Dynamic Team

Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation - Administration Assistant

About Us

The Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) works extensively and collaboratively with our 11 member councils and our associate members, along with the wider NSW Joint Organisation network to deliver our Strategic Regional Priorities and advocate on behalf of RAMJO communities. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inquisitive individual who is eager to grow and develop their skills within a dynamic and community focused environment. With strategic focuses in the areas of Energy Security, Transport Connectivity, Housing and Economic Development, vast opportunities for skills development abound. 

About the role

RAMJO’s Administration Officer is critical to the effective and efficient functioning of RAMJO’s core business, including its governance, compliance and administrative functions. Working closely with the Executive Officer, RAMJO staff and member councils, the Administration Officer is responsible for coordinating the wider RAMJO teams daily office requirements and providing support to the RAMJO Executive Officer and Board, as required. 

Essential and Desirable Criteria  

1. Demonstrated experience in office management responsibilities including office administration, meeting coordination and use of information technology for business
2. Well-developed time management and organisational skills demonstrated by situational awareness and ability to prioritise workload
3. Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders and exercise professional judgement
4. Demonstrated experience working within a team environment and ability to utilise initiative whilst working autonomously
5. Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to learn with the ability to identify skills improvement opportunities
6. Class C (standard) Driver’s licence

Desirable criteria

1. Knowledge of and capacity to implement best practice internal controls with relation to Governance, WH&S, Information Management, Risk Management, Meeting Practice and Human Resources 
2. Local Government experience in NSW or demonstrable knowledge of Local Government operations 
3. Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and regulations, including the NSW Local Government Act 1993 and Local Government (General) Regulation 2005

How to apply 

We strongly encourage prospective candidates to obtain a copy of the Position Description by emailing your request to [email protected]

To apply, please provide an up-to-date copy of your resume and submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and addressing both the essential and desirable criteria. 

Applications will be accepted via the Seek website or by applying directly via email to the Executive Officer at [email protected] 

Applications close midnight Sunday 9 June 2024. 

Further information about the work of RAMJO can be found on our website at www.ramjo.nsw.gov.au 

For a discussion about the role, please contact Yvonne Lingua at [email protected] or on 0408 498 534