AddressThe Opportunity
Due to an internal promotion, we now have an exciting opportunity for a People and Culture Administration Assistant.
This role involves performing a wide range of high-level administrative and clerical tasks, from supporting Volunteer Management and the Talent Acquisition Team to handling recruitment-related administration, pre-employment clearance checks, database maintenance, and file management.
Our centrally located, newly refurbished office includes an onsite café, flexible work options, and a supportive team atmosphere.
If you are passionate about contributing to the community, fostering business relationships, we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
- 1 week shutdown over Christmas and New Year annually (includes 3 days of additional paid leave + public holidays)
- Paid parental leave.
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
- Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
- Modern office facilities with a coffee machine.
Join us today!
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Administration Assistant will perform a high level of administration and clerical tasks. The Administration Assistant will prioritise a diverse range of tasks and be required to work in a demanding environment supporting volunteer management and the Talent Acquisition team. The position is responsible for the administration tasks associated with recruitment, pre-employment clearance checks, inductions, maintaining databases and maintaining files for both employees and volunteers.
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- Demonstrated ability in accurately and proficiently performing a wide range of administration tasks
- Intermediate experience and ability to work with various databases, Microsoft office programs and excel
- Demonstrated experience using an electronic document record management system
- Demonstrated capacity to organise, prioritise and multi task to meet various deadlines
- An understanding and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and be responsible and accountable for own work with the capacity and willingness to work in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and oral
- Experience and knowledge of work health and safety (WHS) practice (Desirable)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualifications in business administration or equivalent experience in a corporate service environment.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
To Apply
Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:
- What motivates your desire for this role and how does it correspond with your career objectives?
- Your professional qualifications and previous experience in a related position
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received. For any further information about the role, please contact Employee Relations & Talent Manager, Angela Bryant: *************@mn.catholic.org.au
Applications close Friday, 5th July 2024 at 11.59pm
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
