Development and Alumnae Relations (Administration Officer)

Brisbane Girls Grammar School

At Girls Grammar, our expert, dedicated staff set the highest standards for education. We would not be one of Australia’s leading girls’ schools without our staff, who believe firmly in the transformative power of a broad, liberal education. The BGGS community is warm, collegial, and united by a deep commitment to the education of girls and young women. 

Here are some of the reasons staff enjoy working at Girls Grammar:

• our staff excel at what they do. They are also open, respectful, and highly supportive. They feel a deep sense of connection to our proud legacy and are passionate about the contribution they—and you—can make
• staff form lifelong, professional relationships with people who share their values. And you will never have to go far to find a helping hand
• they build on a legacy that matters.

About the role

Brisbane Girls Grammar School welcomes applications for the full-time Development & Alumnae Relations Support Officer position.

Reporting to the Director of Development and Alumnae Relations (the Director), this role supports the day-to-day operations of the Development and Alumnae Relations Department.

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide essential administrative support to contribute to the department’s strategies and initiatives.

The Development & Alumnae Relations Support Officer will possess excellent administrative, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain stakeholder relationships to foster engagement. 

If you share our commitment to the education of young women and are seeking a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

You will also have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, such as Office/Business Administration or Events Management
• A minimum of five years experience working in a similar position
• Demonstrated technical competency across the Microsoft Office Suite and advanced functionality in using a client relationship management (CRM) system
• Strong writing, formatting and communication skills, with well-developed written expression and grammar and a keen eye for detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills to prioritise competing demands and deliver quality outcomes within set timeframes
• Proven ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Proven ability to liaise professionally with stakeholders in a skilful manner, understanding the importance of protocol and quality customer service
• Highly professional presentation and manner, including a polished telephone manner
• Ability to acquire and maintain a Positive Working with Children Check. (Blue Card)

For further information, please contact Brigitte Bickham, our Human Resources Manager, on 07 3332 1***.

Apply now—We look forward to hearing from you.

The closing date for applications is 9 am, Monday 1 April 2024. 

Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.