Who we are

The MJD Foundation (MJDF) partners with and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families living with Machado Joseph Disease (MJD) and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7 (SCA7) to live fulfilling and rewarding lives. We are currently recruiting for a fulltime NDIS Administration Support Officer to join our team in Darwin.

The Position

The NDIS Administration Support Officer is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of client invoices, managing client budgets and maintaining up-to-date records within NDIS systems.

This role includes coordinating with internal teams and external providers to ensure all data aligns with service agreements and client requirements. The officer will also manage NDIS plan data, update client trackers, and ensure all relevant information is entered and maintained in the Client Management System accurately and on time.

Who you are

Do you want to make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal families living with MJD? Do you enjoy working autonomously within a supportive multifaceted team environment?

It is important that you demonstrate that you are very organised, have great attention for detail and that you can prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines. You have a systems-oriented mindset and are good in utilising technology and software for efficient administration processes. You are passionate about providing quality holistic services to our clients to ensure they have access to the supports they need.

You will build close relationships with inspiring clients, colleagues and stakeholders. You will be part of a small and committed team. The expertise that you bring to the role may be varied, including skills that you have developed through education and in previous employment, or your life experience as a member of the community and a user of the service system.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply!

Selection Criteria:

Relevant qualification (for example in Finance/Business Administration) with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training;

Experience in a similar (administrative) role;

Ability to understand the NDIS Price Guide and offer flexibility within budgets;\

Ability to understand NDIS regulations including provisions relating to reasonable and necessary supports and the role of the mainstream service system;

The ability to communicate effectively, sensitively and respectfully, both orally and in writing;

Ability to demonstrate a mature and person-centred approach (by providing examples and via references;

Proven ability to work both solo and as part of a (cross cultural) team;

A commitment to person and family-centred practice and working within the MJD Foundation ‘Our Way’ approach;

Proven high attention to detail;

Excellent computer skills, especially the Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel

Desirable criteria:

Knowledge of, and experience working in Aboriginal communities and alongside Aboriginal community workers.

Knowledge of NDIS funding.

What we offer:

· A supportive and inclusive work environment;

· Tax free fringe benefit up to $15,900 p.a., plus meal entertainment benefit up to $2,650 p.a.;

· 6 weeks annual leave;

· One day paid wellbeing day and gift;

· A holistic workplace that offers flexibility (hours/where you work);

· Professional development (career development, paid study leave and financial support);

· Access to free confidential supports via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP);

· Free on-site car parking;

· relocation package for the right candidate.

Please have a look at the position description on our website www.mjd.org.au. For more information you can contact Jodie Wilton, NDIS Manager, [email protected] or 0455 820 001.

If you have the knowledge and experience we are looking for and are excited to join our team, please submit your resume and a statement addressing the selection criteria by Sunday 20 April 2025. Applications that don’t address the selection criteria will not be considered. We will consider and review candidates as they apply.

The MJD Foundation values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.