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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Victoria State Office provides several support functions to ensure the mission of our state is reinforced, including:

• Leadership and Governance
• Administration Support
• Youth and Children's Ministries
• Finance

The Division is supported by several national functions including Human Resources, Officer Recruitment, Information Technology, Public Relations and Fundraising, Quality and Professional Standards, Property and Volunteers Management.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive Administrative Assistant to effectively and efficiently, provide a full range of administrative support to the Victorian Divisional Commander. The successful applicant will share the mission and values of The Salvation Army.

You will successfully

• Management of schedules and workload whilst maintaining confidentiality
• Effective diary management
• Coordinate meetings including preparation of agendas, coordination of attendees, organising briefs, reports, recording of minutes/actions etc as required
• Assisting the Divisional Commander to manage email correspondence
• Develop a range of reports, documents and presentations
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate Divisional/State/Regional Events that as hosted by the Divisional Commander
• Manage and coordinate travel requirements

This position is a permanent part time, 30 hours per week, based at the Victorian State Office in Mitcham. Flexibility of weekly roster can be negotiated (for example, work hours within school times). Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Clerks Private Sector Award, Level 4 plus an over award component.

You will have

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills in administration and/or as an executive assistant
• Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent (desired)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of packages including PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel
• Transcribing recording from Dictaphone to document with accuracy
• Valid VIC Employee Working with Children Check
• Ability to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia

What we offer

• (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
• Flexible working conditions
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. If successful in being appointed, you may be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.