Administration Support Officer

Who are we?

Active in Australia for over 140 years, St John Ambulance Australia is a self-funding, charitable organisation dedicated to helping people in sickness, distress, suffering or danger. Operating in all States and Territories, St John Ambulance Australia provides services to a broad scope of the community, and is the country's leading supplier of first aid services and training. 

Who are you?

You are looking for a place to work that will appreciate your talents, challenge you, and support you. You want to see the positive impacts of your work on your team all while supporting one of Australia’s most trusted charities.

You are a self-starter with a proven track record for getting things done. You are a lifelong learner, problem solver, and enjoy interacting with passionate people like our staff and volunteers.

What we're looking for

A talented Administration Support Officer to join our dynamic team, based in our Canberra National Office, for a 3 day per week permanent part-time position. A competitive remuneration package is on offer to the right candidate, plus significant tax benefits to maximise your income.

We want someone who is a problem solver, has considered ideas and opinions, and isn't afraid to share them. We need someone who is flexible, and who can work autonomously, and go with the flow when priorities change. Most importantly, we need someone who can take ownership of our membership database to support our customers and volunteers. 

What you'll be doing

You will be tasked with assisting our Manager – Executive and Priory to perform the important administrative functions that keep our office humming. One day you may be performing data entry or answering phones, the next making travel arrangements, and providing logistical support for an event.

In addition to:

• Greeting and attending to visitors when required
• Maintain and improve administrative systems
• Design and review collateral in support of programs and events
• General office duties to support the day-to-day running of the Australian Office

What you'll need

• Ability to provide effective administrative support in a timely manner.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Comfort working with database software. 
• Strong attention to detail.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to promote good relationships internally and externally with key stakeholders and excellent customer service. 
• The ability to participate effectively as a member of a small office team, where initiative, flexibility and responsiveness are requirements. 
• Proofreading and design skills would be an advantage 
• Proficiency with design software, Adobe, InDesign, Canva or similar would be desirable. 
• Organisational skills—ability to ‘get things done’ in accordance with timeframes. 
• Self-motivation with a proactive attitude and approach to work and providing solutions.
• A desire to have a hugely positive impact on St John's business and charitable activities.
• Openness to constructive criticism of your work.

What you'll get

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Flexibility with workdays and hours
• Significant tax benefits to maximise your income.
• Friendly and cohesive work environment (check our Seek reviews).

Special Conditions

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia as a citizen or with full unrestricted work permit or visa.  
• A National Police Check is required to be obtained upon appointment to the role and every three years thereafter. 
• Appointment to this position is subject to maintaining a valid Working with Children Check

St John Ambulance Australia values diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is welcoming, respectful and inclusive. We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, gender and sexually diverse people, and people who have come to Australia as migrants and refugees. 

St John Ambulance Australia Limited is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who participate in St John activities, programs, events or services. St John has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect. We take all allegations and concerns about abuse very seriously. St John will always strive to ensure that children do not experience neglect, abuse, harm or exploitation during their involvement with us

How to Apply

To apply for this position please send your CV and a covering letter addressing what makes you the right person for this role to *********@stjohn.org.au