Based on Wurundjeri land in Naarm (Preston, Melbourne)

Community Child Care Association (CCC) acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of this nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We recognise their continuing connection to culture, land, water and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. We acknowledge the strength of family connection and kinship within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their ongoing dedication to educating and caring for children. Sovereignty of these lands was never ceded. Action Plan: https://www.cccinc.org.au/reconciliation-action-plan

About The role

Community Child Care Association is looking to expand its dynamic team with an enthusiastic, energetic Business Support and Administrative Assistant. We’re on the hunt for a hardworking and passionate person who has great attention to detail.

Working under the direction of the Operations Manager and Executive Director, this busy, stimulating and diverse role will be responsible for:

• Providing an outstanding level of customer service and strong skill level in all aspects of administration including telephone manner and face to face interaction, with a “can do” attitude.
• Providing executive-level administrative, and business support to the CCC stakeholders, management team and staff.

Skills and experience

• Previous experience (2 years +) working in a similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high standard of business, administrative, and office support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - be comfortable in having a conversation with a diverse range of stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to respond to a variety of client needs about a diverse range of topics.
• A stickler for detail - you're the type of person to double check to make sure it's right!
• Strong IT skills including confidence with Microsoft Office package and CRM databases
• Familiarity with the not-for-profit sector, and particularly with community children’s services (desirable)

Qualification/licences

• Current Police Check (or equivalent) or willingness to undergo such screening

Applicants will be required to provide proof of Australian working rights as part of the screening process.

About Community Child Care Association (CCC)

Established in 1971, CCC is the voice of community-based education and care services. Building a strong and responsive sector is at the heart of what we do. We’re active right across the state, providing leadership and advocacy, working with governments, and supporting education and care services with membership, quality training and consultancies.

Applicants can request a copy of the position description for this vacancy via [email protected] using the subject line: Business Support and Administrative Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Queries can be directed to Kemi Trofimovs via (03) 9486 3455.