AddressYWCA Canberra is a respected feminist, not-for-profit community organisation which has been providing community services and representing women’s issues in the Canberra community since its establishment in 1929. Today, we provide leading and innovative services to women and the broader Canberra community in the areas of children’s services, community development, housing, youth services, personal and professional training, and women’s leadership.
As a values-based organisation, and the only Canberra-based Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA), YWCA Canberra is a great place to work. We have a strong track record in building long-term, sustainable careers with excellent conditions (including charitable salary sacrificing and above award salaries) together with a supportive work environment for all employees to thrive.
About the RoleWe are currently looking for an administrative ‘wizz’ to fill an ongoing vacancy.
The Reception & Administration Officer role requires someone with a strong customer focus, as a first point of contact for both internal and external clients. The ideal candidate would be an ‘office all-rounders’, agile and open to applying a wide range of skills to pitch in and help make things happen. Every day will not be the same and you will support and work with leaders within the community services sector in the ACT.
About YouIf you have excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of people, including customers, senior managers, colleagues, YWCA Canberra members and clients and key stakeholders, have a can-do attitude, we look forward to hearing from you!
The successful applicant will hold, or be able to obtain, Working with Vulnerable People registration, current National Criminal Record Check, and a current driver’s license.
The right person will have:
- Relevant qualifications or experience in a similar role
- Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of customer service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (both verbal and written) and liaise effectively with a range of people.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality.
- Computer literacy, particularly the Microsoft suite of products.
- Ability to maintain accurate relevant records.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team (self-motivated).
- Work for a values-based organisation within a feminist and social justice framework which is making a difference in our community.
- Applying your wide and considerable skills and knowledge in a dynamic and growing organisation.
- Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.
- A permanent full-time role in an interesting organisation.
Applications including a cover letter addressing key criteria together with a resume can be submitted through the YWCA-Canberra e-recruitment web portal.
Want more information?For a confidential discussion or further information please contact Isobel Daly via email at ***********@ywca-canberra.org.au
Applications close on 6 March 2023
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YWCA Canberra reserves the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found.
YWCA Canberra is proud to be an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and offers above award wages and generous conditions through our innovative and progressive Enterprise Agreement.
YWCA Canberra is an equal opportunity employer. People from diverse backgrounds and with diverse life experiences are encouraged to apply. We specifically encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
YWCA Canberra makes an effort to ensure disability access and facilities are fitted in our buildings where possible. Our head office in Civic is wheelchair accessible.
