First Nations Administration

1 week ago

The Gap, Queensland, Australia Children's Ground Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

About the role

This is a First Nations identified position and will involve working closely with the Operations Coordinator and People & Culture Coordinator, Central Australia and be the central point of contact for staff, families and community in our Alice Springs office.  The position offers variety, diversity and the opportunity to be involved in general administration duties, workforce development support, operational and office management. You will work with Administration co-workers in Melbourne to ensure admin support is consistent across all Children's Ground locations.

Key Responsibilities

This role will lead the smooth running of the Central Australian administrative processes for the team including but not limited to:

Administration:

  • Act as first point of contact/reception
  • Coordinate credit card activities & accounts
  • Supply materials and office management services
  • Organise and support weekly staff and community meetings, including agenda development and minute taking and distribution
  • Maintain and support vehicle fleet and equipment maintenance, working closely with Operations Coordinator
  • Support record keeping
  • Provide executive assistance and administration support to the Deputy Regional Director
  • Assist to coordinate travel and accommodation
  • Provide support for building basic PC skills
  • Support to the People & Culture Coordinator with staff timesheets and entry
  • Assist with computer/data management system set up and maintenance
  • Oversee storage and management of all office supplies

Key Selection Criteria

  • This is a First Nations/Aboriginal identified position and you must be First Nations
  • 3-4 years experience in a similar role
  • Good with people (and able to work with people in other locations)
  • Well organised
  • Strong MS Suite – MS365, Outlook, Teams and Sharepoint
  • Experience in managing an office – supplies, photocopiers, record keeping
  • Able to prioritise and manage time
  • Have good attention to detail
  • Be motivated and willing to learn
  • Current Drivers License
  • Willingness to undergo a National Police Check and obtain NT OCHRE Card (Working with Children Check)

HOW TO APPLY: Please apply with a current resume and a cover letter or pitch. The pitch should tell us more about your mob/Aboriginality, what attracts you to Children's Ground and why you would be a good fit. You can use the Selection Criteria to guide this.

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