Organisation : Foundation House
Location : Melbourne
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Children, Community Development, Community Engagement, Families, Mental Health, Youth & Young People
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 3 Nov, 2021
About the organisation
About the Organisation
The Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture Inc. (VFST) provides a range of services to people in Victoria who have been subject to torture or other traumatic events prior to their arrival in Australia. This group includes refugees and asylum seekers. It is non-denominational, politically neutral and non-aligned.
About the role
- Ongoing full time position
- Onsite parking
- Friendly and supportive team environment
The position
Based in Dallas and reporting to the Regional Manager, this is a diverse and fast paced position requiring you to wear multiple hats and manage various responsibilities. The successful candidate will be someone who is highly organised, calm under pressure and comfortable prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines.
Selection criteria:
- Office coordination experience with ability to lead a small administration team
- Strong office administration skills related to finance administration, facilities management, and provision of client/customer support services
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge and competency in Microsoft Office programs
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with clients, visitors and staff at all levels within an organisation
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Ability to be sensitive and understand the needs of people from diverse backgrounds including refugee experience
Salary and benefits
Remuneration is based on our Enterprise Agreement 2014 of $79,811 gross salary per annum, plus 17.5% leave loading and 10% superannuation. Additional benefits include salary packaging up to $18,550, a range of flexible working options, a highly supportive team environment, excellent training and development opportunities, and onsite parking.
Conditional employment requirements:
- Satisfactory National Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- Proof of the right to work and live in Australia.
In accordance with the recent Public Health Directions issued by the Acting Chief Health Officer, Foundation House must comply with employer obligations regarding mandatory COVID 19 vaccinations for authorised workers. If you are to be successful in gaining employment with Foundation House, you will be required to provide evidence of your COVID 19 vaccination.
VFST promotes the safety and well-being of children.
VFST is an equal opportunity employer.
The right to live and work in Australia is an essential requirement of this role.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Office Coordinator via Pro Bono Australia.
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