VAPP is an association whose primary purpose is to foster and encourage the clinical practice of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Members are from a range of professions who have acquired further approved specialist post graduate training and experience in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. The Association conducts its own systematic and comprehensive Training Programme in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults.

The Administration Officer would be responsible for managing the daily activities of the office and would be the point of contact for the public, and for Members and Candidates.

• Reporting Lines: Position reports to VAPP President, Secretary and Treasurer.
• Hours: This is a casual position and as such an ABN number and registration for taxation purposes is required. The hours are flexible up to 21 hours per week and onsite attendance is required on Mondays and Thursdays. A combination of working from home and from the office is possible and work flow is reduced during school holidays.   

Duties include:

• Manage and respond to telephone calls, emails and other enquiries in a timely way.
• Record minutes for monthly Council meetings and for monthly Training Committee meetings, and for AGM.
• Maintain and update Wordpress Website
• Produce bimonthly Newsletter.
• Operate and set up audio/visual equipment
• Schedule meetings and maintain Calendar of events and room bookings. Prepare rooms for seminars and meetings.  Prepare agendas and distribute materials.
• Organixe and maintain office filing systems. Maintain a Membership list and Key Register.
• Provide clerical support for Training and Introductory Committees and other Committees where required.
• Attend to bookkeeping duties including invoicing and receipts, and banking.  
• Maintain office, kitchen and bathroom and attend to supplies.
• Attend to building and safety matters and oversee repairs and maintenance. 

Requirements

• Computer proficiency and competence with Microsoft suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organised with a demonstrated ability to handle complex and sensitive issues.
• Able to demonstrate confidentiality and discretion. 
• Ability to organise own workload.
• Excellent record keeping skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of psychological therapies and/or counselling is highly desirable. 

Renumeration

• $50.00 per hour plus superannuation

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