Education Administration Officer

 

Main characteristics

Location

Melbourne, Victoria

Company

AMES Australia

Salary

$50,670 + 10% super p.a.

Employment type

Full time

Category

Administration & Office Support

Job summary

Full-time maximum term position to 16 December 2022 - Immediate Start Position will be based at our Footscray office, working on-site You must have received your first and second Covid-19 vaccination to be considered Ability to speak a second language, particularly Mandarin or Vietnamese will be highly regarded Experience using VETonline, STRATA and Finance One, and knowledge of SkillsFirst, ACFE and SEE programs is preferred Annual full-time equivalent salary of $50,670 + 10% super will be prorated (Super increases to 10.5% on 1 July) Other benefits include: Regular performance feedback and performance review process Supportive environment and caring work culture with work/life balance Cultural Diversity Salary packaging (Full FBT employer) including: superannuation, Novated Leases, laptops, mobile phones, professional development, subscriptions and memberships, and briefcases Employee Discount Program (Flare)

About the role:

Provide administrative support services to our Education team and clients in a variety of activities, including student enrolments. The successful candidate will need to have sound written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate service requirements to clients as well as demonstrating an ability to adapt, and be flexible in the wake of a complex working environment. Well developed computer skills and sound time management capabilities are essential.

To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following key selection criteria: Fluent language skills in Mandarin or Vietnamese is preferred Knowledge of SkillsFirst, ACFE and Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Programs is preferred Experience using VETonline, STRATA and Finance One systems is preferred Minimum of Certificate III in Business Administration or similar field and/or at least 3 years' experience in an administration role Proven experience in the provision of administrative support in a funded/contracted setting, including the ability to communicate with a range of people (for example, CALD communities and difficult clients) High level IT skills and proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem solve and take the extra mile to engage customers Experience working with client management systems and/or government databases, inputting and extracting data Possess strong organisational and time management skills Exposure to financial processes, payments and/or petty cash management Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a busy environment Excellent communication and presentation skills Applications for this position will be accepted up to 5 PM on Wednesday, 15 June 2022, however interviews and/or other selection processes may commence prior to the close date.

To apply for this position please submit: Your current resume Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined above

AMES Australia is a statutory authority which specialises in the delivery of education, training, employment, settlement and community services to a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) client base.

AMES Australia is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

AMES Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory police check and provision of a current Working with Children Check (where required for position).

AMES Australia's Values are: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership, Human Rights