Wanted: Admin superstar. Our International Programs and Policy & Advocacy department is responsible for the efficient and effective running of the department, managing a broad range of services. Contribute to our departmental capability and efficiency; you will actively seek opportunities to develop and streamline our services whilst delivering an unwavering professional standard of support.

Save the Children is no ordinary not-for-profit.

We're ambitious, creative and outspoken. We stand up for children's rights. We want all children to be educated, healthy and live a life free from violence. We run programs in Australia and overseas and, if there's a disaster - like an earthquake, drought or conflict - we are there on the ground.

Where you come in:

In this a 4 - 6-month fixed term, part-time* position, reporting to the International Programs and Policy & Advocacy Admin Support Manager, you will work to ensure accurate and efficient administration of the division. Providing general support, your input will see the department operates in a proactive and professional manner at all times.

You will make an impact by:

• Accurately and efficiently processing invoices and procurement in Agresso
• Managing the back-end processes including the consultant database and department/ team OzNet pages
• Updating the department personnel charts
• Ensuring all new team members to the department have completed their induction meetings and documentation
• Monitoring of compulsory attendance of the International Programs Learning Seminars
• Ensuring all filing and information-sharing systems are kept up to date
• Seeking improvement in operational processes of the department

Does this sound like you?

…Your excellent organisation and administration skills alongside your analytical instincts will see you drive the delivery of quality outcomes within strict deadlines. You are able to plan and prioritise work, are flexible and self-motivated to provide ranging support to see the team succeed.

This role requires:

• Significant general administration experience and excellent organisational skills.
• Professional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Advanced typing and computer literacy skills and strong competency in Microsoft Office products (word processing, spreadsheets, databases and graphics)
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and quality

Working at Save the Children is more than just a job.

It's the feeling of knowing that your work is contributing to making the world a better place for children and working with others who feel the same. In addition to a connection to social causes, you will have access to:

• Opportunity to work on additional projects alongside business as usual
• Internal employment and development opportunities
• Friendly and flexible work environment
• Agile work environment including working from home
• Pet friendly work environment
• Child friendly work environment
• Support for workplace wellness, including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full salary packaging benefits
• Additional annual leave options available

For more information regarding our employee benefits, please follow this link.

Sound interesting?

We'd love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button.

Position Description: International Programs and Policy & Advocacy Coordinator

For any queries, please contact Liz Clarkson, IP and PAD Support Manager, at [email protected] using the subject line: International Programs and Policy & Advocacy Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

*We understand flexibility is important to you. We have advertised this role as a Contract, Part-time appointment in our Carlton office, but we also offer flexible hours and remote working, among many other employee benefits. So please discuss what working patterns are needed for you.

Save the Children is committed to providing and maintaining a safe working environment for its employees and client groups, consistent with our obligations under OH&S legislation. Successful applicants are required to provide evidence of vaccination against COVID-19, or proof of medical exemption.

We have tested our application process with diverse groups in mind, with the intent to ensure it's straightforward and accessible for all to apply. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and improve our ability to reach our most vulnerable client groups. But we also know there is no one-size fits-all when it comes to recruitment - so if we didn't quite hit the mark for you, please let us know! We're dedicated to ensuring Save the Children Australia is a workplace suitable for all people and can modify our processes to suit you - no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture and beliefs.

Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check where necessary, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We also support the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. You can read about the Scheme and our commitment to Safeguarding here.