AddressAbout the business
The Daniel Morcombe Foundation (DMF) was established in May 2005 by Bruce and Denise Morcombe to educate children and young people about how to stay safe in physical and online environments and to support young victims of crime.
Today we build a future where children are safe from harm and abuse.
The Daniel Morcombe Foundation would like to see a future where all children and young people are provided with education, protection and support to be safe from harm and risk.
The Daniel Morcombe Foundation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process.
All final applicants seeking employment with the Foundation will be asked to consent to work history & qualification checks, Criminal history (AFP) checks, and a Children Blue card check. This helps us ensure that all prospective candidates have values, professional boundaries and an approach to child safety that is consistent with legislation, and the Foundation’s values.
The Foundation's objectives are:
- To educate children regarding their personal safety (including abduction).
- To assist victims of crime, particularly where crime involves children.
- To remember Daniel with suitable child safety community awareness events.
- To support the families of Missing Persons particularly where it involves children.
About the role
This is a Full-Time role and its focus will be to provide Administration support to the Foundation's Bright Futures Team.
Bright Futures is an innovative national program initiated by the Daniel Morcombe Foundation addressing the growing prevalence of Technology Assisted Harmful Sexual Behaviour (TA-HSB)(inc. pornography) & Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). This will build on the work of the Changing Futures Program which increases confidence & competence of professionals who work with children to prevent, identify & respond to Harmful Sexual Behaviour (HSB). Through the provision of accredited training, the creation of professional resources, facilitating state & territory specific forums, and a national symposium- we will bring together strategic leaders & high-level stakeholders to engage in best practice conversations.
The Administration Officer role plays a key role in providing high level, administration, IT and technical support to ensure the objectives of the program are being met.
Key responsibilities
Co-ordinate the Bright Futures Forums, Workshops and Webinars throughout Australia. This will include organising events, booking venues and flights, liaising with key note presenters, organizing appropriate resources to be in place
Enter and maintain data in Humanitix, and Salesforce
Ensure all technology is running smoothly at the events.
Develop and maintain project documents for the Bright Futures project.
Research and establish connections on Social Media platforms such as Linked in.
Key Selection Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Administration, Events or a similar field.
- At least 2 years’ experience in an Admin/Event officer role.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating travel, accommodation, venue and event management for project staff.
- Demonstrated strong and effective IT knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot (Zoom, GoToWebinar, Teams etc).
- Sound knowledge of technology and computer software applications including Microsoft Office suite, and database management.
- High level written and verbal communication skills.
- No restrictions on the ability to travel both interstate and intrastate,
- Excellent social media skills and knowledge, including LinkedIn.
- Ability to work as part of a team, to contribute to a positive team culture within the team and to support the Daniel Morcombe Foundation goals.
- Ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
Other requirements
- Eligibility for a QLD Blue Card.
- Ability to travel both interstate and intrastate to support the team delivering the Bright Futures project. Overnight travel will be required.
- A current driver's licence.
- Applicants must be eligible to work legally in Australia; proof of eligibility may be requested.
To apply
Please address the selection criteria and forward a copy of the following to **********@danielmorcombe.com.au
- Resume
- Cover letter
Please forward all applications by COB Monday 15th July 2023. Applications will be screened throughout the process, and maybe selected before the expiry date.
Please note only successful applicants will be contacted.
