• Permanent Position
• Part-time (25 hours per week)
• Salary Range: $69,000 – $84,500 pro rata plus 13% Superannuation

The Independent Education Union is a federal union that covers teachers, support and operational staff in non-government schools and teaching staff in early childhood services and English language colleges. With over 75 staff in our NSW/ACT Branch we represent the professional and industrial issues of over 30,000 members.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced employee to join our Canberra office. The Office Administrator will provide support to three Organisers in the conduct of daily office task and industrial campaigns. The successful candidate will be able to adapt to changing priorities as they emerge. 

This is a part-time role working Monday through to Friday. The hours of work are 9am to 3pm. Availability to work to 5pm occasionally (once every few months) is also desirable.

About you

• Punctuality is essential
• 2-3 years previous experience in a similar administrative role
• Good phone manner
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to time manage to perform multiple tasks, set priorities and plan workload to meet deadlines
• Ability to use confidentiality and discretion when needed
• Attention to detail

You should be able to

• Understand the principles underpinning the Union’s work
• Demonstrate initiative
• Complete word processing tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Provide administrative support to Union Organisers
• Book school visits and organise kits for school visits
• Make travel and accommodation bookings
• Organise meetings – book venues and arrange catering
• Take phone calls from members and staff in a polite and courteous manner
• Enter data accurately
• Relieve reception and switchboard duties
• Assist our membership department when required
• Other duties as directed 

What we can offer you

• Salary Sacrifice arrangements
• 4 weeks annual leave and 1 week extra during Christmas shutdown
• Access to Teachers Health Fund
• Employee Assistance Program

How you can apply

If you think you have the above skills and would like to apply for the position, please click Apply Now.

For enquiries and further details please contact us directly on (02) 8202 8900.

Note: Please do not wait until the closing date to apply, we reserve the right to interview and offer the position before the closing date.