Max term | Full Time till 25-Dec-2025 (Maternity Leave contract) Salary: $75K Super Salary Packaging Location: Whyalla SA 5600 Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose. Your Opportunity Are you an organised, people-focused individual with a passion for making a positive impact in the community? We are looking for an energetic Administration Officer to join our team In this role, you’ll provide vital administrative support to community services programs, ensuring smooth site operations and contributing to a workplace where health, safety, culture and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. If you're a multitasker with great initiative, critical thinking, confidentiality and an interest in supporting others, we’d love to hear from you Your key responsibilities will be to: Provide high level administrative and secretarial support to the leadership team and operational staff. Assist with the effective management of information and data for the office and programs. Produce materials to support the office or programs including correspondence, presentations, reports, meeting materials and files. Coordinate meeting agendas and document and prepare detailed minutes Complete a range of site administrative, reception & work, health and safety tasks to ensure the site/office is effectively organised and compliant. Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective referral pathways and collaborative service delivery. Respond to public enquiries promptly including answering general enquiries, promoting Mission Australia’s no-wrong door policy. Requirements for Success Certificate in Business Administration or demonstrated experience of a minimum of two years in a similar role Knowledge of established work practices and procedures relevant to the workplace Sound understanding and application of computing concepts and administrative functions A flexible and adaptable working style with the capacity to change focus and direction swiftly Exemplary analytical, numeracy, written critical thinking and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational and time management skills Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattractionmissionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We Strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at deadlycareersmissionaustralia.com.au Find out more about a career with Mission Australia. Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay ) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave. How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.