Administration & Events Officer (.6FTE) (Adelaide)

LG Professionals SA is the peak not‑for‑profit association representing professionals working across local government in South Australia. With a transparent mission to develop and connect people, they play a pivotal role in building capability, fostering collaboration and strengthening the sector. Working closely with councils across the state, LG Professionals SA delivers a suite of highly regarded leadership programs, short courses and network forums tailored specifically to the local government environment. Their work is grounded in solid relationships, sector insight and a commitment to building a future‑ready workforce. You’ll be joining a small, high‑performing and values‑driven team who take pride in delivering meaningful outcomes for their members—and just as importantly, enjoy working together along the way. So, what’s the role? Reporting to the Manager – Professional Development and Networks, this is a busy, varied role that sits right at the heart of LG Professionals SA network and event activity. You’ll be the person helping to keep everything running smoothly – providing high‑quality administrative and coordination support across a calendar of network meetings, forums and small events. From preparing agendas and taking minutes, to coordinating logistics, managing registrations and supporting both online and in‑person network events, you’ll play a key role in creating a seamless experience for members. It’s a role that will keep you on your toes. You’ll be juggling competing priorities, working across multiple stakeholders and making sure no detail is missed – so being organised, proactive and calm under pressure will set you up for success. Key Responsibilities
- Coordinating network meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up actions
- Supporting the delivery of network events and forums, including logistics, registrations and communications
- Liaising with speakers, venues and stakeholders to ensure smooth event execution
- Managing online platforms (Teams/Zoom) to support virtual and hybrid events
- Maintaining accurate databases, records and network communications
- Responding to member enquiries and providing a high level of customer service
- Working collaboratively with the broader team to deliver high‑quality outcomes What’s in it for you?
- A varied and engaging role where no two days are the same
- The opportunity to build connections across the local government sector
- A supportive, close‑knit team who genuinely enjoy working together
- Flexible working arrangements
- Part‑time hours (0.6FTE) What we’re looking for
- Solid administration and event coordination experience, ideally within training and career development or similar environments
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- High attention to detail, particularly when preparing agendas, minutes and communications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with confidence using Teams and Zoom
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A proactive, team‑oriented approach and willingness to pitch in where needed
- Relevant qualifications will be well regarded #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rp5qg