• Share with us your exceptional admin, data entry and people skills while joining a fun team working in our lovely office on Brunswick Street Fitzroy!
• Experience working in a family friendly and children environment is essential.
• We’re looking for a professional Administration and Data Officer with relevant experience to make a difference on a 12 month contract.
• You will work 22.8 hours per week over 3 or 4 days per week based in Fitzroy.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve. 

THE ROLE

This role is responsible for operations support to the program's activities in a range of data, reporting, financial and resource administration. This position will act as the first point of contact for callers and visitors to the Connie Benn Centre, providing a positive, professional, and welcoming environment. This position will work closely with the team and the Program Manager to ensure the office is operating efficiently.

This role will support Occupational, Health and Safety (OHS) requirements, liaising with partners and stakeholders, and room booking management. The data entry responsibilities will require accurate data entry, support to staff in using the system, and reporting as required.

• Maintain accurate records of financial expenditure in the program including invoicing, budget support, and purchase processes.
• Ensure program materials are sourced, up to date and available to the team for distribution. 
• Maintain accurate and timely data entry and documentation into relevant systems as required by the program and directed by the Program Manager.  

Salary will be $69,280.93 pro rata per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Qualifications in Office or Business Administration.
• Demonstrated expertise and competence in Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Excel and Outlook, SharePoint, Adobe
• Demonstrated experience in the successful provision of a broad range of administration duties within an office environment.
• Demonstrated experience in Community Services, Not for Profit organisations, and children’s services.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and proof-reading documents.

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program 

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Yasmin Karaata on 0417 030 270 for a confidential discussion.

To view the position description, please click here.

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.