Join Canteen and make a difference by impacting the lives of young people affected by Cancer.

• Bring your administrative capability and passion for P&C to a leading not-for-profit and love what you do!
• Based in Sydney (office in Newtown)
• Permanent part-time (3 days per week)
• $65,00 FTE + super and benefits

About us

Canteen acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples and sovereign custodians of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Canteen is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and people of all ages. We welcome all people including those from diverse backgrounds, faiths, sexual orientation and/or gender identities.

Canteen is dedicated to supporting young people and their families affected by cancer. Founded by young cancer patients, our mission is to provide essential programs, services, and resources that positively impact the lives of 12-25 year-olds facing their own diagnosis, dealing with a close family member's cancer, or grieving the loss of a loved one. We believe in the transformative power of our team, and together, we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

We are now seeking a People & Culture (P&C) Administrator, who will play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience within our dynamic team. This position involves supporting a range of P&C functions, from recruitment to employee engagement, and contributing to initiatives that enhance our workplace environment.  In this role, you’ll assist with the entire employee lifecycle, providing essential administrative support and ensuring smooth HR operations.

This role offers an opportunity to grow a career in HR, make a real impact, and be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About our benefits

We connect, we empower, we challenge, and we are real. These values ground the way we work at Canteen, and underpin a culture that brings people together, collectively, in an inspiring and positive way. Being a part of our team offers you a rewarding, purposeful and genuine experience, with endless opportunities. Find out more on our LinkedIn Life Page.

• Base Salary + Superannuation + Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free).
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave (FTE)
• Learning & Development opportunities.
• Hybrid working options

About our role

• Support recruitment processes, including posting job advertisements. 
• Assist in the preparation and administration of employment contracts and other HR-related documents and forms. 
• Support onboarding and off-boarding procedures.  
• Maintain accurate up-to-date employee records.
• Monitor key employee dates, including end of contracts and visa expiration dates. 
• Support payroll administration, including sending fortnightly timesheet report to Finance.  
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and documents. 
• Respond to general enquiries professionally, escalating to other P&C team members.
• Generate and circulate monthly reports from HRIS system.
• Raise purchase orders for P&C team invoices for Finance to process.   
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving workplace culture.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures. 

About You

• Certificate IV or above in a relevant discipline, or previous administrative experience.  
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation. 
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. 
• Proactive and self-motivated with a customer-service mindset. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with diverse internal and external stakeholders. 
• A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges. 

If you’re passionate about what you do and are ready to make a difference, apply now.  

Do not delay in applying as we will be reviewing applications periodically during this time. Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience. Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Employment Expectations

To ensure an ongoing commitment to the success of Canteen, all applications must be able to:

• Successfully complete and maintain a current National Police Check and Working with Child Check relevant to the individual’s state jurisdiction.
• Undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment to guarantee the safety of all Canteen’s stakeholders.
• Provide at least two direct referees to ensure a successful reference check is completed.
• Provide relevant copies of professional qualification/s stated on the application.