Corporate Services Administration Officer Cairns

About us:

CLCAC was established over 40 years ago in Moungibi (Burketown) to represent the rights & interests of Traditional Owners. We support native title, PBC business and economic development and First Nations land and environment management programs with the overall goal of being the leader of sustainable indigenous community development in the lower Gulf region, where our people are self-determined and empowered to take control of country, culture and their economic future.

CLCAC Vision:

To be the leader of sustainable indigenous community development in the lower Gulf region where our people are self-determined and empowered to take control of country, culture and their economic future.

CLCAC Values:

Unity

Leadership

Integrity

Commitment

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Administration Officer to join our team of professionals, based in our Cairns Head Office.

As the Administration Officer, you will efficiently and effectively organise and coordinate the operations of the Cairns office and provide comprehensive administrative support to the Project teams to ensure smooth operation of the daily activities.

Reporting directly to the Senior Finance Officer you will:

Carry out all reception duties, including but not limited, to greeting clients and guests, receiving calls and redirecting to applicable team members and ensuring all amenities are kept tidy and fully stocked

Work collaboratively with team members to provide administrative assistance and support as required across a range of projects

Ensure all office supplies are maintained and ordered when necessary

Liaise with external stakeholders to ensure that all routine maintenance and ad hoc maintenance is carried out.

Assist with hard copy and digital filing aligning with CLCAC policy

Work flexibly and collaboratively with other administrative staff to ensure the delivery of effective and efficient administration services to meet the needs of the organisation

Provide administrative support to key projects, events and other activities as required including supporting various team functions

Assist with travel arrangements such as flights, accommodation purchase orders and other tasks

Assist with the procurement of good and services required by CLCAC

Eligibility:

Essential:

Post-Secondary qualifications in Business Administration, or a combination of equivalent training and experience

Experience working in a similar role

Advanced computer literacy and proficiency working within Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced organisational skills

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a diverse range of people

Current unrestricted Drivers Licence

Desirable:

Experience with MYOB or similar accounting software

Experience with MS Teams

Attributes:

Punctual, reliable and committed

Works effectively in a team environment

Good attention to detail

Able to use initiative, work independently and think creatively to solve problems

Ability to adapt in a changing environment

The offer:

The position is a full-time based in our Cairns Head Office and may involve minor and irregular out of hours work and travel to the lower Gulf of Carpentaria region, including Moungibi, Normanton, Gununa (Mornington Island), Doomadgee or Gregory.

Salary Range: $61,958 to 75,322 per annum depending on qualifications and experience

CLCAC is a Private Benevolent Institution: Salary sacrifice arrangements and Meal Entertainment Benefits are available

Generous Leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave and long service leave entitlement of 13 weeks after just 7 years of continuous service

Secure on-site parking

To Apply:

Send us your best pitch! Summarise in a cover letter (1-2 pages maximum) why you want to work for CLCAC and how your experience and qualifications make you the right candidate for the role. Don’t forget to attach your CV and provide details of at least 2 professional referees.

Click Apply Now today or send us your application by emailing: [email protected]

We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible and will be reviewing and assessing applications as they arrive.

Applications close midnight AEST Monday 4 August 2025

To obtain a copy of the full Position Description or discuss this opportunity further, please contact Toktam, People and Payroll Officer, on 07 4034 5500.