This is a Permanent, Full time position.
As the Project Assistant (CLE Projects) you will provide high level administrative and secretarial support to the Community Legal Education (CLE) team. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You will spend your time providing administration, coordination and technical assistance to successfully deliver CLE programs, projects, professional legal training and events.
A dynamic and enthusiastic approach to your work, and a willingness to take on new and varied tasks is a must.
We are looking for someone with:
- Fantastic communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent planning, prioritisation, time management and coordination skills.
- Well-developed Microsoft Office skills.
- A proven track record supporting a busy manager or team.
Who you are:
- Enthusiastic and energetic with a positive outlook.
- Always willing to help out, no job is too big or too small.
- You have a demonstrated ability to organise your workload to consistently meet a range of deadlines within a fast-paced environment
- You have a proactive approach to work and always strive to do better.
- You are tech savvy and have an interest in, and capacity to learn web based technologies.
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide services to over 100,000 clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia.
Legal Aid WA is a provider of customer centred services and fosters a culture of inclusion. We appreciate differing viewpoints and cultural diversity and value all perspectives as we strive for excellent customer service through process improvements and innovation.
For Further Job Related Information
Please visit www.legalaid.wa.gov.au to find out more about us and click here to learn about the benefits we offer employees.
Download the attached Job Description Form for more information about the role. We recommend you review our guide on applying for a job at Legal Aid WA, including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application.
If you would like to talk to someone about the job, please contact Katy McDougall, Manager CLE & Training, (08) 261 6439 or email katy.mcdougall@egalaid.wa.gov.au.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit First Nations Employment.
If you are a First Nations person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA online or call them on 13 64 64.
Assessment
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides an overview of the role, along with the selection criteria against which you will be assessed throughout the selection process. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying
Application Instructions
If you think this job is right for you, please provide a current resume which includes all of your relevant skills and experience, along with a covering letter (max. two pages) outlining your interest in the role and showcasing your talents as they relate to the role, being sure to cover the points under the ‘We are looking for someone with’ section.
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED VIA www.jobs.wa.gov.au.
Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Failure to submit the required information may result in the selection panel being unable to fully assess your application.
If you experience technical difficulties submitting your application online, contact Regina Tatchley on (08) 9261 6496 and quote recruitment ID LA23017.
Substantive Equality
Legal Aid Western Australia is an equal opportunity employer, we recognise the value that people of diverse backgrounds bring to the workforce. We are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes through the recruitment, development and retention of people from all diverse backgrounds.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over non diversity group applicants to achieve public sector outcomes. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Other Conditions
This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation. Alternatively, should the successful candidate decline or vacate the advertised position, the next most suitable candidate may be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months (unless otherwise stated) from the completion date of the initial selection process. Should no suitable candidate be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further candidates beyond the closing date.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Full Time
LOCATION:
Perth
CLOSING DATE:
2023-03-06 9:00 AM
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