Administration Officer

1 month ago


Cairns City, Australia St Vincent de Paul Full time

 Life at Vinnies

At Vinnies, we are what we do. We believe in making a difference. We are one of Queensland’s most-loved charitable organisations and are committed to leading with our values and mission at heart. We work together to build a legacy that we can be proud of, supporting those in need within our communities. Our companions are why our journey started, striving to shape a more just and compassionate society. Our employees, members and volunteers are the reason our journey continues, and why we will succeed.

    What we can offer you

  • Work with a purpose – not your average organisation and not your average role
  • Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee Agreement
  • Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset
  • A welcoming and inclusive environment where you’ll always feel part of a team

The Role

As the Administration Officer, you will be responsible for providing proficient and professional administrative and reception services within your department or area of operation. Working under general guidance and within set guidelines, you will be required to undertake a range of administrative tasks, assist senior employees with specific projects as directed and provide management support to administration employees and volunteers. Managing the day-to-day operations of a busy reception, vehicle management, and building site maintenance/security as directed.

A key focus of this role is to ensure the provision of timely and accurate customer-centred support which enables the Society to efficiently achieve desired outcomes across business operations.

This is a Temporary Full-time (38 hours per week) Administration Officer - Programs role based in Cairnes.

To be successful in the role, you will meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent professional experience
  • Previous experience in a high-volume administration support and Receptionist duties
  • Previous experience in the management and support of staff and/or volunteers
  • Microsoft Office suite proficiency with advanced aptitude in Word, Outlook and Excel
  • Exemplary phone manner and a professional attitude which promotes SVdP’s core values
  • Ability to work with a diverse range of key stakeholders
  • Personal aptitude for attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland and an ability to work in accordance with policies and procedures to promote the values and mission of the Society

Ready to apply? We can’t wait to hear from you.

You can submit your application via SEEK or directly on our careers page

Having the right people in our team is important to us. Before joining our team, we’ll undertake pre-employment checks including references, a police check, and proof of qualifications.

We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is strongly encouraged. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.


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