Administration Officer

Job description
ABOUT US
Baringa is a leading change-agent and employer of choice, supporting families for over 40 years. Our mission is to provide the best foundation for children through excellence in early childhood education, advocacy and family support.
We are proud to be a not-for-profit, community organisation and registered charity. Across our Board, Management and Staff, we bring a range of expertise to enhance early childhood education for the community.
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ROLE OVERVIEW
The Administration Officer supports the day-to-day responsibilities of operating the centre. This includes being the ‘first point of contact’ responsible for coordinating communications with families, community, external and internal stakeholders through phone, email and in person, office management and online communications. This includes coordinating centre tours and community events.
The Administration Officer coordinates purchase orders, stocktakes, corporate accounts, as well as repairs and maintenance with contractors and tradespersons. The role also supports staff with administrative requirements, which may include but not limited to coordinating queries, Work Health and Safety (WH&S), quality improvement projects and supporting financial administration and reporting as required.
The position is a role made for you, because:

• You have a professional, positive and welcoming approach to providing client service.
• You are organised, thrive in a dynamic environment while having a great attention to detail in administrative processes.
• We value your ability to be creative, innovative and constantly think outside the box.
• You are a natural 'people person', have the ability to create rapport quickly, connect and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• You have experience in administration, small business, project management and/or ability to demonstrate experience and qualifications transferrable to the responsibilities required in this role. The Administration Officer is encouraged to pursue relevant training to assist in the high delivery of the role.

SUPPORT FOR YOU

• You will be supported by, and work directly with our Executive Officer, and be part of the Baringa Family.
• Baringa has a rich history in early childhood education and has been supporting generations of families for over 40 years. As a community based, registered charity and incorporated association, Baringa is a critical hub with a broad social impact.
• You will work with a small but highly effective Administration Team.

Please refer to the for further information on the organisational context and duties.
BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Remuneration at Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Industry Award 2010 - Social and Community Services Employee (Salary Range Level 2)
• Full-time position (38 hours per week) with flexible arrangements considered for suitable candidate.
• 11% superannuation
• Employment Assistance Program
• Ongoing professional development
• End of year shutdown period
• Additional benefits as per Enterprise Agreement.
• Be part of a close-knit, not-for-profit community organisation, incorporated association and registered charity.

Candidates shortlisted must be available to attend an interview. Candidates deemed suitable for the position will be offered to be on the Merit List for 12 months. The role is a permanent position, with a brief probation period.
Interested candidates are encouraged to send queries to , using the subject line: Administration Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs, or phone Executive Officer, PJ Aguilar 0439 103 821.
A position description is attached.
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