• 0.6 - 1.0 full-time equivalent position (open to negotiation)
• Peak body for Autistic people and their families
• Brand new project and training coordination position
• Hybrid workplace with office based in Richmond 

ABOUT AMAZE

Amaze is a leading autism charity whose mission is to enable Autistic people of all ages, and their families, to live their best lives. We are of the autism community and work together with a broad range of supporters to create an autism-inclusive Australia.

Based in Melbourne, Amaze has a national reach and is the home of Australia’s national autism helpline – Autism Connect.

We’ve recently embarked on a new and innovative Strategic Plan 2022-2026, with ambitious targets to create meaningful change. Powered by a dynamic team of high performing and passionate staff, Amaze is in an exciting period of growth as we strive to model the behaviours and approaches that we inspire others will follow, whilst simultaneously leading exciting programs and initiatives in collaboration with key stakeholders and partners.

We are looking for like-minded staff to join us on our journey, so if it sounds like you, please read on and reach out.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Operations Coordinator is a brand new position at Amaze, created in response to the expansion of the Operations – Services Team. The largest at Amaze, the Operations – Services team has a diverse portfolio including our national advice line, Autism Connect, Knowledge & Resources, Community Development and IT & Systems support for the whole organisation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, this exciting role will deliver vital project coordination and administrative support to ensure the efficient and successful delivery of the many projects the team have on the go. Furthermore, the Operations Coordinator will take a lead role in coordinating the delivery of training and workshops offered by our Community Development Team to the Autistic community and their families.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Every day will look different for our part-time Operations Coordinator. A master in managing multiple priorities and an expert engager of internal and external stakeholders, key responsibilities include:

• Coordinate project-related activities across the Operations team, including grant-funded projects.
• Provide end-to-end coordination of online, face-to-face, and/or hybrid training programs. This includes booking venues and catering, coordinating workshop materials, conducting venue sensory assessments (remotely), and providing other support to the training team as needed.
• Liaise with third parties including casual or consulting staff, trainers, venues, workshop hosts, participants, funding bodies, and others.
• Support the collation, recording, analysis, and reporting of data across the training and Operations team.

THE *IDEAL CANDIDATE (KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE)

Our ideal candidate is a coordination superstar, with significant experience in project coordination, training coordination, and/or senior administration role. Qualifications in business, human resource management, events management and/or project management are not essential, but would be a valuable bonus.

We need a special type of person to work with us at Amaze, and our Operations Coordinator is no exception. We need someone who:

• Sets priorities, pays attention to detail, and delivers quality and accurate results that are on time and fit for purpose.
• Communicates clearly and succinctly verbally and in writing, listens carefully and with empathy, and adapts communication to the needs of the audience.
• Meets and exceeds internal and external customer needs whilst cultivating relationships that secure commitment and trust.
• Has sound data management skills including the ability to collect, record, analyse and interpret information. For example, collating and reporting participant data for the Early Days program funders.
• Autistic community focused with either knowledge of, or commitment to, developing respectful communications for autistic people and their families and carers. 

See the position description for further information.

EXTRA INFORMATION

Please note, as this position requires work from the Victoria Street, Richmond office, it is a requirement that the successful candidate demonstrate triple-vaccination status.

The successful applicant will also need to complete a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

For further information about the role, please contact David Tonge, Chief Operating Officer via 03 9657 1600.

Otherwise please email your queries to our HR team at [email protected] using the subject line: Operations Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

WE LIVE OUR VALUES

Amaze is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stay true to our name by hiring ‘Amazing’ people from a wide variety of backgrounds. After all, we want to be as diverse as the communities we serve. Our inclusive culture helps us to be bold, open to difference, embrace curiosity, and spark positive change in ourselves and others.

Amaze is an Autism Positive Employer. We provide support and adjustments, starting with the recruitment process! We nurture an environment that is personally accountable, supportive, psychologically safe, inclusive, and high performing.

If you need any adjustment or accommodation whatsoever for any reason, just let us know in your application or separately via email to Jasmine at [email protected].

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK FOR AMAZE

There are lots of reasons why you should work with us. Here are just a few…

• Join a team who are passionate about driving positive change so Autistic people and their families can live their best lives.
• Our culture emphasises kindness, respect, and inclusion. This includes actively engaging and supporting a neuro-divergent workforce and offering reasonable adjustments and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to a holistic employee assistance program (EAP) for staff and their household members.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Generous salary packaging.
• Spacious offices in Richmond with the opportunity to engage in the Victoria Gardens Corporate program including freebies, discounts, and offers.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE

We will be in touch with successfully short-listed candidates within a few days of the closing date.

However, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed as they come through. Amaze may close the advertisement if a qualified applicant is found sooner than the closing date.

Top tip: Research shows that many men apply for jobs even if they only meet about 60% of the job requirements. In contrast, women and other marginalised groups will only apply if they meet 100%. So, if you think you qualify, even if you don’t meet every single requirement in the position description, please do get in touch. We’d love to connect and find out more about you and see if you could be a great fit.

No agencies please.

A position description is attached.