Do you have experience as an office assistant and a passion for the environment?

We need a part-time, reliable, organised Office Assistant to manage the day-to-day administrative aspects of running the office. The successful applicant will have a positive attitude, will work efficiently, and have excellent communication skills.

This role would allow you to learn everything that goes into supporting a dynamic team of lawyers, campaigners, and communications and fundraising staff. You would be an essential part of helping our lawyers protect the environment and combat climate change.

The basics:

• The position is 4 days a week but you can discuss options like working shorter hours across 5 days to fit with study, caring or other commitments.
• Salary range depending on experience: $60,892–$64,569 (this is the pro-rata amount) plus super and leave loading
• The role is based at our office in the award-winning 60L Green Building in Carlton.

We are looking for attention to detail and accuracy, and someone who can problem-solve and work on their own initiative in a fast-paced environment, while being part of a collaborative team. If you are passionate about the environment and environmental justice, we’d love to have you join the team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI people and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Environmental Justice Australia is a leading public interest legal organisation. Our lawyers act on behalf of people and community organisations to safeguard health; protect magnificent forests, rivers and wildlife; and tackle the climate crisis. We partner with communities and other social justice organisations because we are stronger together.

We will assess applications and interview as they come in so do not delay, apply now!

Download the position description below for full details and instructions on how to apply.