Moruya | Part-time/Casual on-call | Fixed-term contract/ Casual
The Aboriginal Legal Service is offering an exciting opportunity to support the local Solicitor in providing quality legal services and educational information to Aboriginal people in the South Coast area. Enjoy coming to work each day with a purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference.
This role is identified for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This role would suit an organised person with some computer skills and confidence. We can help you gain Cert III Business (or equivalent qualification), plus paid work experience.
About the ALS
Born out of a protest movement, the Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited is the primary legal service for Aboriginal people in NSW and the ACT. Our vision is to achieve social justice and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.
We offer a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment. We’re passionate about what we do and we work hard. The ALS values the health and wellbeing of our employees and we are proud to offer flexible work practices. Staff can choose to take advantage of benefits including salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.
About the role
The primary responsibility of the Administration Officer is to provide confidential administrative support to assist in the delivery of high-quality legal services for Aboriginal clients.
The position holder may also manage, or assists in the management of, the reception area operating the office phone system between the hours of 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
As a Casual, you will provide on-call leave relief for planned leave and unexpected absences.
As a part-time Administrator, you will undertake Business or related studies at TAFE and attend the office 1-2 days per week. Additional work hours will be available during planned staff leave.
Your skills and experience
- An appreciation of the cultural and social needs of Aboriginal communities combined with continuing respect and support for Aboriginal cultural practices
- Confident word processing skills, and computer skills, using Microsoft Office Suite, some experience with videoconferencing software
- Excellent communication skills, respectful phone manner and experience in answering and transferring calls
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and work independently in a team environment with limited supervision
- Aboriginality - this is an identified position under Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977
How to apply
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Please submit the completed application package to Sheri Misaghi, Regional Administration Coordinator at E: [email protected]
- If you have any enquiries or would like to discuss the role, please contact Sheri Misaghi at T 02 8303 6600
Please apply promptly, we may shortlist or interview within the vacancy period.
Applications for this position close at COB Tuesday 11 April 2023.
