Administration Assistant for Aboriginal Community Health Non-profit Org

Part Time. 3 days. Located in Cranbourne West.

ABOUT YOU

Maybe work life balance means more to you than winning the race to the top of the corporate career ladder.

You like the idea of working for a good cause, of doing important work, where you can make a real difference rather than simply growing someone else’s bottom line.

You’d like a flexible, supportive opportunity in a warm, inclusive multi-cultural environment, that’s friendly to your family or study commitments.

You’d welcome the opportunity to work with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community and you’re confident you’ll be able to absorb and blend in with the culture.

If all that sounds like you, please do apply straight away. We’d love to hear from you!

KEY DUTIES:

To assist the Manager Corporate Services and Corporate Services Officer in the day-to-day administrative operations of the Corporate Services (Fleet, Information and Technology and Building maintenance)

Maintain the database of DDACL fleet system, repairs, services records and assisting with supplier paperwork.

Maintenance of employee issued equipment – Laptop, fobs, access cards, keys, and mobile phones.

To assist the Corporate Services Officer with Stationary orders, Supplier orders.

Updating registers and uploading documents to LogiQC

To assist with any other adhoc tasks.

Ensure all repairs and maintenance are completed to a high standard, so that DDACL buildings are safe, clean, functional and support service delivery

Other Requirements

Ability to perform a range of administrative tasks including record-keeping in Quality Management software and other databases

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Great organisational skills and multitasking skills are highly regarded for this position

Ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal people and to handle cultural issues in a sensitive manner.

Ability to work co-operatively and effectively as part of a small corporate service team and a larger DDACL team.

You must also:

Possess a current unrestricted Driver’s Licence

Australian Work Rights

Provide proof of vaccination status.

You will be required to undergo:

A Victorian Working with Children Check

A Police background / criminal record check

Qualifications

Certificate in Office Administration or a related discipline.

Life experience and knowledge of Aboriginal communities will be highly regarded.

Proficient in Microsoft Suite, preferably advanced level Word, Excel knowledge.

On offer is a salary in line with market rates, salary packaging that will save you A LOT of tax, a laptop, free onsite parking.

SCHADS Award Level 2 – Negotiable, based on experience.

About the Organisation

The Dandenong & District Aborigines Co-operative Ltd (DDACL) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation which is governed by a community elected Board of Directors. It is committed to the provision of a high-quality range of services which foster and support positive and fulfilling lifestyles for individuals and families within our community. These services are delivered in a professional and efficient manner and in keeping with our culture, traditions, and heritage.

DDACL is a family friendly, flexible, supportive workplace that supports staff and encourages training and development. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as salary packaging and access to additional leave.

This position provides a great opportunity to work with the Aboriginal community in southern metropolitan Melbourne.

Please Note: This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.