About Caritas Australia

At Caritas Australia, we have a vision to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.

Why work for Caritas Australia?

• Opportunity to join a truly diverse and essential organisation that makes a real difference in the lives of the most marginalised people in the regions we support.
• Advance your career within the international AID & Development sector with a focus on professional development and on the job learning opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangements, to support your work/life balance.
• Access to free on-site gym and other health & wellbeing benefits.
• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered - reducing the tax you pay and increasing your take-home pay.

What does the role involve?

The Administration Officer will provide a high-level of administrative support to the Advancement Director, Associate Directors and Managers for fundraising initiatives, supporter care, marketing and/or community engagement events. Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Organising and coordinating Advancement meetings & meetings across departments/teams.
• Supporting the team with booking travel and accommodation, on-boarding new staff, ordering promotional materials and preparing board papers quarterly.
• Organising and maintaining effective filing of documentation and resources.
• Arranging for the timely approval and payment of invoices and processing credit card aquittals.

This role will be based in our Mascot office and will work a hybrid model, including two days in the office per week.

Who are we looking for?

For this role, we are seeking a pro-active and interpersonal individual with a mix of the following experience and attributes:

• Strong administrative and organisation skills, ideally with some previous administrative experience.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders across an organisation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders using both written and verbal communication skills.

For any further questions or enquiries, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected] using the subject line: Administration Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs or call (02) 8488 8419. Otherwise, please submit you cover letter and CV via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to safeguarding – Caritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, Reference Checks), abide by our safeguarding policies, and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.

Our commitment to diversity - Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race, sex, gender, age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of minority groups, non-binary people, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing - Depending on your role, Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.