Casual Administration Officer #1102

The Role 

The position of Casual Administration Officer may be required to relieve any of STARTTS Administrative staff when required  and is responsible for the provision of efficient administrative services for STARTTS clients, visitors and other staff. Work in an environment with clients from a torture and trauma background, and the position has been assessed as ‘low risk’. 

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1. Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills demonstrating initiative when liaising with people in  a range of situations and from various cultural backgrounds. 
2. Demonstrated experience using computers and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.  
3. Demonstrated experience within a busy Reception in a multicultural environment, managing conflicting priorities  and efficient time management skills. 
4. Experience in general administration support tasks and ability to train new administrative staff in administrative  procedures and practices. 
5. Well Developed skills in quality data entry and use of databases. 
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment.
7. Willingness to travel between STARTTS metropolitan offices. 
8. Current NSW Driver’s Licence.

*This position is not considered child-related employment and will require a National Police Record Check.

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS 

*This role is a Category A role. It is mandatory for Category A workers to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current  NSW Health and STARTTS policies) including annual Influenza vaccinations. Two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine will be  required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status. If successful you must provide evidence of vaccination. 

Additionally, vaccination and/or assessment is required for Category A workers for the following transmissible diseases – measles,  mumps, rubella, varicella (chickenpox), hepatitis B, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough) and tuberculosis. If successful you  must also provide evidence of vaccination and/or assessment. 

Should you not be able to comply with vaccination requirements before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be  withdrawn. 

If you have a medical reason for why you cannot be vaccinated, a medical contraindication evidence will be required.  

Enquiries: Rachel Mensforth: Admin Services Team Leader on (02) 9646 6*** 

Work Type: Casual; Contract up to 25 February 2026 (Continuation subject to ongoing funding)

Location: Carramar (Sydney Metropolitan Offices in NSW) 

Vaccination Requirement: Category A. 

Salary: Administrative Officer Level 2, A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered.  

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as  possible.

1. Complete a STARTTS Application for Employment Form
2. Write a Statement Against the Selection Criteria outlining how you meet the selection criteria (see the guide “How to apply for a job at STARTTS”)
3. Submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
4. Provide copies of relevant Qualifications if applicable (overseas qualification must be assessed by an appropriate Australian body to be considered)
5. Statements of Service from previous relevant roles (if applicable, please ask us for a sample)
6. A cover letter is optional.
7. Email your application and supporting documents to: *********@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing date: Monday 18 March 2024

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information on how to apply of your check: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check/applicant

Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities? 

Come & join us! 

The Organisation 

"STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range ofservices to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communitiesto take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and culturalstrengths."