Already on to week 6 of Work Experience!

We were so busy today, time just flew. Isn't that just how you want it to be?

My first assignment was to put together a press release for the 2010/2011 Water Corporation Open Water Series, to be held from October 2010 to February 2011. I had to research as much material as possible, and utilise what Clare was able to give me.

I had to promote the new Open Water web site and talk about an advanced electronic timing system, they will be using for the first time (straps to the swimmer's ankle or wrist).It was a bit of a challenge, but it is amazing how quickly you can whip media releases out, when you have had a bit of practice.

Clare was really pleased with my effort, and sent it off to all the community newspapers and other potential publications. She told me to look out for some material I can add to my portfolio! :)

I then went about working on the Swimming WA web page. We came across a major hurdle on the web page at one point, and Clare considered getting their IT person in to resolve it. I had a surprising brain wave and nutted out a solution, which greatly impressed Clare. We joked about the unliklihood of ME becoming a web page whizz.

I also showed Clare a job I had applied for. Before you panic Keith, it is PART TIME! :) By a stroke of luck, the advertiser happens to be a friend of Clare's! she said she will put in a good word for me and thinks I would do well in the position, and also believes I would get along very well with the employer. It's working as an 'Events Assistant' and covers a lot of the material we have learnt in the Cert IV and Diploma.


Key Responsibilities

The suitable candidate will be required to manage a busy workload within a demanding environment. Responsibilities will include:
Managing the online registration system;
Taking phone/email enquiries;
Liaising with external providers, sponsors and volunteers;
Liaising with competitors generally, including all correspondence with competitors;
Assist with event co-ordination activities in the lead up to the event;
Undertake additional administrative activities as required.

Key Experience

Strong Microsoft Office suite skills – excel must be a super strength;
Excellent phone manner and communication skills;
Exceptional organisational skills and time management;
Strong initiative and a 'self starter';
Though not essential, prior experience in Events and/or Sports Management will be well regarded.


Anyway, would be good to at least get an interview?