Save the Children is well known for championing creative and innovative solutions to support all children and families to reach their full potential. We're on the search for an experienced and passionate administration professional to support our Tasmanian Teams.
54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit.
Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that everyone understands their rights. So that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity.
We champion the children, young people and families we work with. We are inspired by the curiosity and creativity of children and motivated by the love of those who care for them.
With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers, advocating with them so that children develop, learn, and are connected, safe and confident. Our people are proudly local, reflective of the communities we serve - in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities.
Where you come in:
In this permanent part-time position (3 days per week – days negotiable), you'll provide effective and efficient day-to-day administrative coordination and have an opportunity to extend your skills and help facilitate the development of business systems and supports that increase our ability to make a positive impact in our community. You'll report to the Operations Support Manager and to secure the right person, we are keen to hear from candidates located in Devonport, Launceston and Hobart.
You will make an impact by:
Finance - Accurately undertake all financial activities including the processing of invoices, purchase orders, banking and budget development, Property & Asset Management – Coordinate asset management including office site management, fleet and office hardware assets, Communications & Stakeholder Engagement – Engage with internal and external stakeholders and provide information and support in an appropriate and accurate manner, Workplace health and safety - Coordinate property audits and identify opportunities for improvement and respond accordingly, and Administration - Provide general office coordination and support.
Does this sound like you?
You're an adaptable all-rounder, with a proven background in administration or office management support, finance and data processing and/or able to acquire these skills quickly. Your organisational skills alongside your attention to detail will support the efficient and effective running of the Tasmanian team. You're personable and friendly, and you'll easily build strong positive relationships with all stakeholders and the community.
This role requires:
Strong computer literacy and data entry skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases and graphics) are essential, Financial and invoice reconciliation skills and experience, Exceptional customer service skills, Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, Strong time management and organisational skills, and Stakeholder engagement experience and skills.
Working at 54 reasons is more than just a job.
54 Reasons is proudly part of Save the Children Australia. We are a learning organisation that invests in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 1100 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs.
We are creative, connected and accountable, bringing energy, guts and ideas to all we do to champion children in Australia and partner with families, communities and partners to bring about change.
Our people work from both home and office, with important moments held in-person to foster belonging and support professional development. Our leave provisions include personal, ceremonial and family violence leave as well as the ability to purchase additional leave. Remuneration is benchmarked and we offer full non-profit salary packaging benefits.
Other benefits include:
Award rate salary (Level 3.1 - $36 per hour) plus full salary packaging benefits - use this link to see how much this benefit could mean to you! Opportunity to work on additional projects alongside business as usual, Individual learning plans to assist in your career development, and Internal employment and development opportunities.
For more information regarding the benefits of working with the Save the Children Australia group, please follow this link.
Sound interesting?
We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on the ‘Apply’ section.
Applications Close: 4pm AEST, 17th May 2024
Position Description: Senior Administration Officer
For more information about this position, please contact Dale Rahmanovic, Operations Support Manager, on 0456 790 176 or dale.rahmanovic@54reasons.org.au using the subject line: Senior Administration Officer - Tasmania.
We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure its straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn’t quite hit the mark for you, please let us know! We’re dedicated to ensuring Save the Children is a workplace suitable for all people and can modify our processes to suit you – no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.
Save the Children is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.