• Reports to Program Manager, or as directed by CEO
• SCHADS Industry Level 2 (Pay point to be determined based on qualifications and experience), plus superannuation
• Full time, fixed term to 30 June 2023
• Five (5) weeks annual leave and generous salary sacrifice
• A six-month probationary period applies
• Indigenous applicants strongly encouraged to apply

ABOUT THE GAP

The Gap Youth and Community Centre Aboriginal Corporation, a not-for-profit community-based organisation, has been providing assistance and support to at-risk children, young people, their families and their communities in Alice Springs since 1977. As a multi-service organisation funded by Territory and Federal government, Gap provides a range of support programs and activities to assist and empower young people to make positive choices and decisions for their future.

For over 43 years, Gap has been providing support and assistance to children and young people based on individual need including assistance with educational engagement, housing and homelessness, vocational training, employment assistance, crime prevention & intervention, information, referral, advocacy, practical assistance, drop-in, and recreational activities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Administration Officer ensures that the administration of the organisation is maintained whilst providing high quality and efficient administrative support to the CEO and the management team. The position is responsible for front office reception, file maintenance and as the first point of contact for the organisation, it is vital to greet our clients and visitors in a welcoming and culturally safe way.

The successful applicant will have well-developed organisational and administrative support skills, including an accurate approach to clerical work and a practical knowledge of office procedures and the ability to successfully liaise with staff of all levels and deal sensitively with clients.

key skills

The successful applicant will have well-developed organisational and administrative support skills, including an accurate approach to clerical work and a practical knowledge of office procedures and the ability to successfully liaise with staff of all levels and deal sensitively with clients.

Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and NT Working with Children (Ochre) Card.

The Chief Health Officer Covid-19 Directions (No.55) 2021 (“the Directions”) made under the Public and Environmental Health Act 2011; and Gazette S38, applies to workers in the role you are applying for, and you will be requested to evidence your current COVID-19 vaccination status.

For a full role description including selection criteria, please see attached document below.