Organisation : Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) via BigSplash
Location : VIC Regional (Wangaratta)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Children, Families, Indigenous
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $55,000-$60,000
Application closing date : 8 Oct, 2018
About the organisation
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) operates within the context that Aboriginal children continue to be significantly overrepresented in the protection and care system within Victoria. VACCA considers that it has the responsibility and the opportunity to promote, advocate for and achieve positive changes in the lives of Aboriginal children, their families and the broader Aboriginal community.
If you like to be part of an Organization that strives in strengthening the safety and wellbeing and cultural connectedness of Aboriginal children, individuals and families in their community, we want to hear from you.
About the role
- Location: Wangarratta
- 1 Full time positions
- $55,000-$60,000
The Opportunity
This role requires a skilled administrative officer who is able to maintain confidentiality, is highly organised and professional and has the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal staff and families and professionals. The office Manager will oversee all of the reception and administration responsibilities for the Wangaratta office.
To be considered for this role you must demonstrate:
- Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal communities and culture and an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia
- An ability to work in a culturally respectful and competent manner with young people, their families and communities to ensure that cultural connections are fostered and maintained.
- Experience in undertaking reception duties and managing the front office area to a high standard
- An ability to maintain client confidentiality and privacy records and information
- An ability to maintain petty cash system and credit card management and ensure financial record keeping is maintained or ability to learn
- Prepare routine correspondence, agendas, minutes for staff meetings and other meetings as required.
- An ability to provide administrative support to the office staff including creating files and archiving; maintaining the client database, organising stationery, room booking and event organisation, and other duties
- Experience using a broad range of computer applications and office equipment
- A current Victorian driver’s licence or ability to maintain
Application deadline is Monday 8th October 2018
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Office Manager, Ovens Murray via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Children, #Families, #Indigenous
