Meerilinga Young Children’s Foundation Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation working with children, their families and the community to promote positive childhoods. If you are looking for a rewarding position with a community focus and have the qualifications and experience to be our Student Administration Support Officer, we would like to hear from you. 

Administration Support Officer - Contract Employment

22.5 hours per week (up to 30 hours per week)

Meerilinga Young Children’s Foundation Inc. trading as Meerilinga Training College (RTO 6000) is a not-for-profit organisation offering nationally recognised training and assessment and professional development services. 

Located at our head office in West Leederville, we are seeking a dynamic, motivated experienced Administration Officer to join our Training College team for up to twelve months. Reporting to the Integrated Education Advisor, this position requires initiative, a commitment to excellence, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities and the ability to work within a team environment.  

There are a broad range of tasks and duties for this position including, but not limited to, the following: 

• Providing accurate and timely administrative and support services to Meerilinga Training College.
• Operating a range of computer-based applications, including word processing, spreadsheet and database software
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records, in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Contributing to developing strategies to assist with the ongoing growth and development

Selection Criteria:

• Proven strong administrative skills, with attention to detail, including proficiency in using a range of software applications: including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and student management databases.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with a focus on providing strong customer service.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to establish priorities, manage workloads and identify when to reschedule and reorganise work to reflect changes in priority.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties responsibly under limited supervision to ensure the achievement of team goals.
• An understanding of RTO compliance and the VET sector is an advantage.
• Demonstrated resilience to overcome obstacles and solve problems.
• Ideally like the idea of working in a not-for-profit organisation where you can attach greater meaning to the work you do

In return Meerilinga offers: 

• A friendly supportive working environment
• Flexible work arrangements

Applicants are required to send a covering letter and resume addressing the criteria via email to caroline.heeris@meerilinga.org.au  Due to high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Previous applicants, need not apply.

Visit the website for more information about Meerilinga at www.meerilinga.org.au  

Meerilinga acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Ballardung, Wadjuk, Noongar Boodja, where Meerilinga’s main offices are located, and recognize their continuing connection to land, water and community. 

We are an EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to the opportunities available. 

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have experience in administration?
  
  
• Do you have experience working for a registered training organisation (RTO)?
  
  
• Do you have data entry experience?