Executive And Office Support Officer, Melbourne

Executive and Office Support Officer
Safe and Equal

• Be part of meaningful change and work for Victoria's peak body for Victorian organisations that specialise in family and gender-based violence across the continuum
• Generous salary packaging (total of up to $18,550), as well as above award wages and conditions under the Enterprise Agreement
• Work for an organisation that is committed to access and inclusion and has achieved the Rainbow Tick Accreditation

Annual Salary: $99,430 plus superannuation (pro rata) $ per hour

Office Location: Carlton

About the Organisation

Safe and Equal is the peak body for Victorian organisations that specialise in family and gender-based violence across the continuum, including primary prevention, early intervention, response and recovery. Our vision is a world where everyone is safe, respected and thriving, living free from family and gender-based violence.

At Safe and Equal, we are committed to creating an inclusive organisation. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to work with us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of colour and people from migrant and refuge communities, people of any age or gender, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA ) people, people with lived experience of family violence, and people with disability. We also consider applicants regardless of contact with the justice system and experiences of criminalisation, consistent with our legal requirement.

We are committed to fostering a work environment where everybody can bring their whole self, belong and succeed. We are a proud Equal Opportunity employer and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment. We celebrate and support difference and know that one size doesn't fit all – we endeavour to be flexible, meet your needs, and support you at every stage of your contact with us.

Our office is located in Carlton, with flexible and remote options available. We encourage applications from candidates based in rural and regional Victoria. We remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.

Safe and Equal offers employees a monthly RDO option, individual annual Professional Development budget, generous leave benefits including (but not limited to) Christmas Shutdown Leave, Gender Affirmation leave, Family Violence Leave and Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The Role

The Executive and Office Support Officer position is a central role in the organisation responsible for providing administrative support and coordination to the office of the CEO, HR and general office coordination and management.

The role will work closely with and support the Executive and Office Coordinator, who is responsible for executive administration, stakeholder liaison, proactive communications on behalf of the CEO. The role maintains a high level of confidentiality.

The Executive and Office Support Officer is also responsible for coordinating HR activities in partnership with the Executive and Office Coordinator, including communications and administration.

The Executive and Office Support Officer will work to support the Executive and Office Coordinator to ensure all office facilities, systems and procedures are in place and running efficiently and effectively. This includes ensuring all systems and infrastructure are maintained and working effectively for all internal and external stakeholders. The position, along with the Executive and Office Coordinator, is a central point of contact for the organisation for the Safe and Equal office.

This role will be required to backfill core duties of the Executive and Office Coordinator during periods of leave.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL HAVE:

• Demonstrated expertise in supporting executive staff and respecting confidential and/or sensitive correspondence
• Relevant qualifications and/or experience in business management, administration and or a relevant discipline.
• Capacity to be proactive, assertive and work well under pressure or within tight time frame
• Demonstrated experience in client or stakeholder contact and ability to relate positively and confidently with a wide range of people
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritise work and show initiative
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, including excellent email and phone skills.

For more information about the key responsibilities, pre-employment checks and salary expectations of the role, please review the position description. For a copy of the position description, contact

This role is being offered on an 12-month fixed term contract. In addition to a salary of $99,430 plus superannuation ($ per hour). Safe and Equal offer its employees:

Above award wages and conditions under its Enterprise Agreement;

• Generous salary packaging options (up to $15,900), and meals and entertainment packaging;
• Generous leave benefits including (but not limited to): Christmas Shutdown Leave, Gender Affirmation leave, Family Violence Leave and Cultural and Ceremonial Leave;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Monthly RDO option; and
• Individual Annual Professional Development budget.

Application

To apply, send a cover letter describing how you meet the key selection criteria and a copy of your resume to

Even if you think you do not fulfill all the requirements but still believe you are the right fit for the position, we encourage you to apply. If you'd like to discuss the position contact Tyra Berenger at

Applications close at 11:59pm, Sunday 8 June 2025