We are looking for a dynamic and efficient office manager with great initiative to join our team at Highett Neighbourhood Community House. You will be the first point of contact for the public via telephone, email and face to face enquiries. You will be responsible for the general appearance, smooth running and administration of the centre including class bookings, room hire, using MYOB and working closely with volunteers.

Required skills

• Proven administrative and organisational skills, including ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills, including highly developed word processing skills and evidence of use of Microsoft Office and Google Drive programs.
• Experienced in MYOB accounting software.
• Demonstrated ability, commitment and attitude to the provision of high-level customer service to all internal and external clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experienced in relating to people from a variety of backgrounds including those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, those on low income or unemployed, young people and older people.
• Experience writing and/or acquitting grants is desirable.

About you

• Ability to use tact and diplomacy, and capacity to maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to fostering an open, welcoming and supportive environment and ability to relate to a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds.
• Someone who can be reliable, flexible and adaptable.
• Comfortable with working autonomously.
• Move swiftly and competently between tasks.
• A strong commitment to the philosophies and aims of HNCH/HCC and the principles of community development.
• Ability to represent and advocate for HNCH/HCC and community in a professional manner.
• Professional attitude to managing self in a work environment and using initiative and expertise to support the overall management and running of HNCH/HCC.
• Promote a supportive and positive working environment in which team relationships can function effectively.

The position is based in Highett with occasional work at our sister site, Hampton Community Centre, and other events in the community. This position is a fixed term 12 month contract; four days per week from 8:45 - 4:45pm with an unpaid 30 minute break. The position is available for immediate start.

A Police Check and Working With Children's Check is essential for this position.

To apply click "Apply Now" and follow the instructions.

Only applicants successful in gaining an interview will be contacted.

Interviews taking place in the days following the closing date.

A position description is attached.