• Provide key administrative support for a leading Not for Profit organisation
• Full time, limited tenure position for 12 months, St Kilda Road – Melbourne

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The Cancer Epidemiology Division (CED) conducts a broad range of research aimed at expanding our understanding of the factors that contribute to or protect against the development of cancer, or survival following a cancer diagnosis. It comprises a multidisciplinary team of epidemiologists, statisticians, dieticians, data managers and support staff, committed to understanding how to improve our efforts at cancer control.

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Administration Officer to join the Cancer Epidemiology Division. Reporting to the Unit Leader, Research Operations your role is will be responsible for managing administrative systems and procedures for CED and will provide administrative and operational support to the CED Leadership Team.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Advanced Diploma in Business Management, Office Administration or other relevant field
• Strong experience in developing and managing information and office systems with a proven ability to improve administrative processes, preferably within a research environment
• Demonstrated finance administration experience
• Strong organisation skills, with an ability to work autonomously and the proven ability to meet deadlines

What we can offer you

• A base salary within range $61,427 - $67,982 pa plus superannuation and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
• A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development

To apply and for more info

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

Culturally and linguistically diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.

Apply for this opportunity by clicking apply now to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter.

Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Roger Milne: [email protected], using the subject line: Senior Administration Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note due to COVID-19 the majority of employees continue to work remotely. This will be reviewed in line with government instruction.

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check.