Administration Officer

Australian Marine Conservation Society

The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia's oceans. We are Australia's leading ocean conservation organisation and one of the founding members of Australia's conservation movement. We are a community of ocean lovers across the nation working to protect our precious marine wildlife and for healthy seas.

We are an independent charity, staffed by a committed group of scientists, educators and passionate advocates who have defended Australia's oceans since 1965. Our paid and volunteer staff work every day to protect our coasts and oceans.

The Administration Officer plays a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day functioning of AMCS by providing high-quality administrative and logistical assistance across teams. Acting as the first point of contact for public and supporter enquiries, the role helps ensure professional and responsive interactions with stakeholders.

The position supports core operational functions, including office coordination, event and travel logistics, and general team administration. Through this work, the Administration Officer contributes to the effective functioning of AMCS and helps foster a positive, inclusive, and well-supported workplace culture.

• Being the first point of contact for public and supporter enquiries, creating a warm and professional first impression. Respond to or redirect enquiries from the main AMCS email account and phone line.
• Providing general admin support to the team, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, coordinating video calls, and following up on action items.
• Assisting with planning and delivering events and activities across the organisation.
• Providing backup support for operational finance tasks, such as processing transactions, performing reconciliations, and maintaining accurate record.
• Supporting donor care by processing donations, issuing receipts, and responding to enquiries received through public enquiry channels.
• Contributing to a positive workplace culture by supporting health and safety practices, ensuring compliance, and promoting wellbeing among staff and volunteers.

Please see the attached Position Description for further details on the role, including key responsibilities and selection criteria.

You'll play an important role in protecting our oceans. You will be part of a committed group of passionate advocates who have defended Australia's marine environment for over 60 years. We care about our team and creating a supportive, flexible workplace with:

• 12.5% Superannuation contributions
• Genuine flexibility around work hours and location (where possible)
• Four weeks of annual leave (pro-rata), plus additional days over the holiday period
• 10 days of personal leave (pro-rata for part-time)
• Additional paid parental leave (subject to eligibility conditions)
• Flexibility with public holidays, as well as time off to support related conservation and community initiatives
• Opportunities and support for training and professional development
• Regular all-team meetings and annual in-person team retreat
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

For more information on our work and our people, please visit our website .

If this role sounds like you we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please click 'Apply Now' and follow the instructions.

AMCS is a strictly non-partisan, equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. This includes Australian citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens, or individuals holding a valid visa with ongoing work rights.

• $74,000 - $82,000 per annum (FTE), pro-rata for part-time, plus 12.5% Super