Share The Care!

Carers ACT is all about caring. Caring for our Carers, our Community and our Colleagues.

Make a difference by sharing your passion.

Carers ACT encourages all staff to make a difference in the lives of Carers. Your passion for the work you do each day can make a difference in the lives of family members or friends who provide assistance with the tasks of daily living to someone who lives with a disability, a medical condition, a mental illness or is frail and aged.

Come and work with us and be one of the voices for carers in the ACT and work with industry and government to make Canberra a more carer-friendly community.

Are you passionate about enhancing the quality of life for carers across ACT and having a lasting impact in our community? Join our team and enjoy meaningful work that offers connection, a sense of belonging, and above-award pay.

Meaningful work: Support the Policy and Advocacy team to improve lives in a community-focused role while offering you a sense of belonging.

Connection with colleagues: Be a part of an inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters collaboration and provides opportunities for interactive social connection.

Attractive remuneration and benefits: Receive above award pay, salary packaging, extra well-being leave, community based portable long service leave and free parking.

Career advancement with targeted development: Be the best at what you do or advance your career with our focused individual development programs.

About the role

The Policy and Advocacy team is looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant to manage our administrative tasks, enabling us to focus on advocating for the rights and wellbeing of carers. This role will be in-office during business hours with mid-week availability preferred. Reporting to the Senior Lead Policy and Advocacy and the Chief Stakeholder Engagement Officer, the successful candidate will work closely with all members of the Policy and Advocacy team, as well as colleagues in the Communications and Engagement team.

This is a dynamic and agile role involving a variety of administrative tasks, including diary and meeting management, uploading submissions and correspondence, recording and maintaining data, and contributing to communication and engagement activities. Our team is responsive to advocacy, stakeholder, training and development opportunities, and the Administrative Assistant will support in the identification and organisation of these by monitoring inboxes and relevant websites, assisting with financial management and reporting, booking accommodation and travel as required. This will be an interesting and rewarding role where we can promise that no two days will be the same. You will build and practice a wide range of skills in a supportive and purpose-driven environment while contributing to work that makes a real difference in the lives of unpaid carers across the ACT.

Responsibilities

As the Administrative Assistant for the Policy and Advocacy team, you will require strong organisation, IT and communication skills. You will be efficient, patient, self-directed and good at prioritising, but also curious and flexible. As our work crosses a diverse range of topics, the team is constantly learning but also supporting each other as we manage some of the more challenging topics. Our Administrative Assistant will need to be comfortable being part of a team that is analytical and strategic, and that enjoys robust discussion. An interest in local issues and politics would be an advantage.

Who You Are

Excellent Communicator: Clear and concise writing skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders.

Creative Problem Solver: Develop effective solutions to complex challenges.

Relationship Builder: Foster trusted connections with internal and external stakeholders.

Detail-Oriented Organiser: You manage time and resources efficiently, even under pressure.

Tech-Savvy: Proficient in digital platforms and adaptable to emerging technologies.

Resilient and Adaptable: Thrive under pressure with focus and positivity. Willing to pivot and learn new skills.

What makes you a great fit – Your essential background requirements.

Experience and Qualifications:

Relevant administrative experience.

A valid Working with Vulnerable People check and NDIS Workers Screening Module.

Technical Skills:

Excellent writing skills.

Excellent research skills.

High level IT skills.

Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes:

A team player

Self-directed

Patient and calm

Ability to multi-task

Agile and curious

A clear and responsive communicator

We offer stability and security with a part-time, ongoing position, allowing you to make a long-term impact and contribute to our organisation's success.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please click APPLY NOW and send your current CV with a cover letter summarising your skills and experience.

We will interview as we receive applications, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Carers ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our team, representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.