Executive Coordinator

Do you bring strong executive support experience and thrive in a dynamic, people-focused workplace? The City of Port Adelaide Enfield is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Coordinator to provide strategic executive assistance and coordination to the Director Community Development.This is a full-time, permanent role.About Us At the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people.Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge. At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning, and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community.For you, this means meaningful work that supports the Director Community Development and contributes to positive outcomes for the Port Adelaide Enfield community. You will play an important role in coordinating the Director’s office, supporting governance and reporting requirements, and keeping teams, stakeholders and community priorities connected in a professional and customer-focused way.You don’t need local government experience for this role, we’re looking for transferable skills, sound judgement and a great attitude.Now’s a great time to be part of PAE.About the RoleIn this role, you will provide high-level executive coordination, sound judgement and practical support in a busy, community-focused Directorate. As a trusted coordination point for the Director’s office, you’ll help manage priorities, prepare clear and professional written materials, coordinate sensitive enquiries, and keep information, actions and stakeholders connected. This role suits someone who is highly organised, confident working with senior leaders and stakeholders, and able to use initiative, discretion and strong communication skills to support effective decision-making and positive community outcomes.About YouYou’re a proactive and highly organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment. With strong judgement, discretion and an understanding of stakeholder expectations, you confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.You are an excellent communicator who can prepare clear, accurate and professional correspondence, reports and briefing materials, while building productive relationships with people at all levels. Comfortable using technology to improve efficiency, you bring strong digital capability, attention to detail and a collaborative approach that helps you navigate complex environments and deliver exceptional coordination and support.More information can be found in the Position Description located below.This position is Level 5 with a current salary of $103,808 per annum plus superannuation.At PAE, our values guide us to work together, strive for improvement and make a positive impact in our community. We seek people who share these values: #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Apply Now, complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume.Applications close 12:00pm on Friday 31 July 2026Confidential enquiries can be directed to Kate Lock, HR Business Partner, on 0437 524 775 or kate.lock@cityofpae.sa.gov.auWe may commence interviews prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.We’re committed to an accessible, inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may need. The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and extend our respect to custodians and Elders who have passed, those amongst us and those emerging. Benefits of Working at PAEPosition Description AUD Port Adelaide 5015

Executive Coordinator

Do you bring strong executive support experience and thrive in a dynamic, people-focused workplace? The City of Port Adelaide Enfield is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Coordinator to provide strategic executive assistance and coordination to the Director Community Development.

This is a full-time, permanent role.

About Us 

At the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people.

Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge.

At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning, and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community.

For you, this means meaningful work that supports the Director Community Development and contributes to positive outcomes for the Port Adelaide Enfield community. You will play an important role in coordinating the Director’s office, supporting governance and reporting requirements, and keeping teams, stakeholders and community priorities connected in a professional and customer-focused way.

You don’t need local government experience for this role, we’re looking for transferable skills, sound judgement and a great attitude.

Now’s a great time to be part of PAE.

About the Role

In this role, you will provide high-level executive coordination, sound judgement and practical support in a busy, community-focused Directorate. As a trusted coordination point for the Director’s office, you’ll help manage priorities, prepare clear and professional written materials, coordinate sensitive enquiries, and keep information, actions and stakeholders connected. This role suits someone who is highly organised, confident working with senior leaders and stakeholders, and able to use initiative, discretion and strong communication skills to support effective decision-making and positive community outcomes.

About You

You’re a proactive and highly organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment. With strong judgement, discretion and an understanding of stakeholder expectations, you confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.

You are an excellent communicator who can prepare clear, accurate and professional correspondence, reports and briefing materials, while building productive relationships with people at all levels. Comfortable using technology to improve efficiency, you bring strong digital capability, attention to detail and a collaborative approach that helps you navigate complex environments and deliver exceptional coordination and support.

More information can be found in the Position Description located below.

This position is Level 5 with a current salary of $103,808 per annum plus superannuation.

At PAE, our values guide us to work together, strive for improvement and make a positive impact in our community. We seek people who share these values: #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.

We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Apply Now, complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume.

Applications close 12:00pm on Friday 31 July 2026

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Kate Lock, HR Business Partner, on 0437 524 775 or kate.lock@cityofpae.sa.gov.au

We may commence interviews prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

We’re committed to an accessible, inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may need.

The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and extend our respect to custodians and Elders who have passed, those amongst us and those emerging.

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