We’re seeking an enthusiastic Branch Administration Officer to join our team at Surf Life Saving NSW. You will have the opportunity to use your customer service, communication and administrative skills to support our Clubs and in turn support our lifesavers on the beach. We enjoy a family-like culture where everyone is committed to the cause we support, and we have fun in doing so, celebrating the wins and supporting each other along the way.
About the role
The Branch Administration Officer provides high quality administrative assistance and support to the Branch Executive Committee and clubs within the Branch. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a passionate volunteer group and be part of a highly respected and iconic organisation.
Some of the key duties will include
- Branch Administration including collating reports, ensuring that Branch communication channels are maintained, assisting with the delivery of communications to external audiences and amending key documents.
- Training and Education Support including providing support to personnel through accessing and preparing course paperwork and resources and assisting with the coordination of Branch run courses.
- Lifesaving and Support Operations including assisting in rostering of personnel, coordinating gear and equipment grants, maintaining Branch records and liaising on the maintenance of assets.
- Meetings and Events including developing a calendar for Branch activities, preparing Agendas and Minutes, coordinating Award ceremonies and other meetings such as the Branch AGM and Council meetings.
- Club Administration Assistance including the lodgement of compliancy documents, organising annual training, coordinating club orders and other day to day administrative support.
What you'll need
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communications skills, including presentation and report writing, and the ability to communicate to stakeholders at any level.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent computer skills including the Microsoft Office suite.
- Self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
- Proven ability to prioritise tasks and multitask.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel (within the branch and occasionally to SLSNSW HQ) when required.
- Unrestricted Drivers Licence.
- Proven ability to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations.
An understanding of Surf Life Saving and Not for Profit organisations would be an advantage.
Location: Ballina FNC Branch Office & Hybrid working
Position: Full time (Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm)
About SLSNSW:
Surf Life Saving NSW is the state’s primary water safety and rescue organisation and one of the largest volunteer movements in the country. We support more than 77,000 members in 129 clubs to serve the community through the provision of beach patrol services, coastal emergency response, training and education, sports and junior development.
We are an EEO employer, and we embrace the diversity of our people.
Please note that only suitably experienced applicants meeting the above criteria will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in working with SLSNSW.