Job description
Your future workplace
Sacred Heart Mission is a community of dedicated people working together to end homelessness, deepdisadvantage and social exclusion. Our strength lies in our shared purpose and values. We welcome individuality and support each other to bring our best and whole selves to the work we do each day. Join us in making a meaningful difference in a fun and friendly organisation with a big heart.
Your new role
At Sacred Heart Mission, our incredible programs are powered by the dedication of our amazing volunteers (900+ Active)! The Volunteer Program has an opportunity available for a 6-month max-term part-time (with possibility of extension) role as Administrative Officer, 2 days per week, to come on board and help keep everything running smoothly.
From welcoming new volunteers with seamless recruitment and induction to ensuring compliance, managing rosters, and supporting farewells, you’ll handle the admin magic that keeps the volunteer journey rewarding and stress-free.
A typical day would be:
- Answering phone and email inquiries from volunteers or Sacred Heart Mission programs.
- Updating databases with accurate information.
- Following up with Volunteer compliance.
- Keep all documents filed and sorted.
- Prep for upcoming meetings and presentations.
You’ll have the chance to build strong relationships with program staff (including connecting closely with our 14 Op Shops) volunteers, and community members all in one!
We’re looking for someone with
- Strong computer and internet skills – especially MS Office.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with volunteers across a wide array of programs.
- Ability to multitask and manage several competing priorities.
- Ability to work fast under pressure while being extremely accurate.
- A solutions-focused approach.
You can look forward to
- 6-month contract, two days per week (with possibility to extend).
- Flexible working arrangements, with days that suit you.
- Hourly rate of $34.42-$37.55 (Depending on qualifications and experience).
- Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% leave loading, wellbeing leave, and gender affirmation leave.
- Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 pre-tax.
- Professional and career development opportunities, including participation in organisation-wide initiatives.
- Accessing the Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme.
Come and Work with us
To join our team, simply click ‘Apply Now’ and enter your details below with an attached resume.
For more information about the role, contact Trevor Skerry, Manager Learning and Development on 0427 453 722.
*Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.
A position description is attached.
SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening or evidence of COVID-19 vaccination as outlined in the position description.
