Part-time Contract position based in Labrador – January to October 2025
$63k -$69 + Super + Salary Packaging Pro-Rata
Adaptable and friendly workplace!
Our Organisation
The Benevolent Society's vision is to build a just society where all Australians can live their best life. For more than 200 years we have supported people at the margins of society: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians; children, young people, and their families; older people; carers and people with disability. We are an independent, non-religious service provider which supports people to live life their way.
As part of The Benevolent Society vision, we are strongly committed to reconciliation with our First Nations people of Australia. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting the economic, political, and social inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the role
Get ready to be the backbone of our team as an Administration Officer! In this role, you will be the driving force behind the scenes, ensuring that everything runs like a well-oiled machine. From providing top-notch administrative support to staff and visitors to keeping our services operating smoothly and efficiently, you'll be at the heart of it all. Get ready to make a real impact and be a vital part of our mission to serve our community with excellence and precision!
This role is a parental leave backfill working 32.5 hours per week over 5 days commencing January 2025 through to October 2025.
Duties
Based at reception you will be the face of our Early Years Centre, expertly greeting clients and handling incoming calls and inquiries with finesse.
Dive into the world of finance as you process payments with precision and efficiency, ensuring seamless transactions every time.
Be the backbone of our team by providing invaluable administration support, keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently.
Take charge of coordinating meeting rooms, fleet vehicles, and maintenance tasks, ensuring everything is in perfect order for seamless operations.
Exercise your organisational skills by ordering stationery and office supplies, ensuring our team has everything they need to thrive.
Administration support to the Women's Space program which is coordinated by The Benevolent Society and facilitated by volunteers.
Our Benefits
We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A 'best life' is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:
Salary Benefits -You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!
Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
Recognition and Reward -Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
Professional Development -We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.
Skills and Experience
We want you to be successful in your new role! This means you'll have experience in a busy office environment as an Administrator or Coordinator, and:
Confident to take ownership of site management, ensuring you have your finger on the pulse and things are clean and organised.
Great attention to detail, with the ability to question the pieces that are missing
Strong customer service focus with the desire to provide a welcome environment for visitors and staff
The ability to balance multiple tasks and manage competing priorities effectively
The ability to identify sensitive information and maintain appropriate levels of privacy
The ability to work autonomously while remaining connected to the team and contribute to team outcomes
A VETAB accredited certificate in business services (or similar) desirable or equivalent work experience
Current driver's license is essential!
Seize the Opportunity! Apply Today and Unleash Your Potential!
To apply, please submit your current CV and 1-page cover letter addressing the two questions below:
1.What attracted you to apply for this position?
2.How does your experience relate to this role?
Have any questions? Contact Ashleigh at ******.
The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.
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