Country Needs People (View other jobs from this organisation)
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About Country Needs People
Country Needs People (CNP) is an independent, non-partisan organisation dedicated to supporting Indigenous land and sea management Australia wide through federal and state advocacy, policy development, research, and a variety of partner support activities. We are a newly independent organisation developed from over a decade’s steady work with Indigenous land and sea management groups around Australia with a strong track record of positive impact across Australia and beyond. With a network of over 40 frontline Indigenous organisational partners and over 100,000 Australian supporters, Country Needs People works to celebrate and strengthen the success of Indigenous Australians working on country for the benefit of all Australians.
We are a small team, with an office in Canberra and staff and contractors working from Canberra and remotely from other places in Australia. We work closely and strategically with Indigenous partners, governments, and other stakeholders to enhance the quantity, quality and security of Indigenous led natural and cultural values land and sea management. We combine:
Overview of role
Country Needs People is seeking a skilled Administrative Officer to join our team. This position is ideal for an organised and experienced person to be a part of a dynamic, committed and purpose-driven team. The ideal applicant has experience in the community sector or a not-for-profit organisation.
This is a new role, which we expect to be varied and includes administrative tasks ranging from providing reception duties, organising meetings and events to creating or updating office procedures and communicating them to our team. You will also help maintain our contact lists and databases, assist the Finance Manager with some administrative bookkeeping activities, and could potentially manage our supporters CRM/ database.
Duties
The Administrative Officer will:
Provide administrative support that contributes to the smooth running of the organisation, including:
Support the team with maintenance & development of office systems, including:
Qualities
We are seeking a person who can contribute their considerable skills to the journey of building a sustainable, high functioning organisation that makes a difference. The ideal candidate will be:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Selection Criteria
Essential
Desirable
Terms
How to apply:
Within two pages, applicants should outline the extent to which they satisfy the essential skills required and desirable attributes, using examples where relevant. In addition, applicants should include a brief cover letter and a current CV. The applicant should also be able to supply two current referees we can contact.
* The preferred file format for applications is one compiled pdf doc. We will reply to all applicants and keep them informed of the status of their application.
We will be commencing shortlisting for this role immediately. Applications will be closed once a suitable applicant has been identified so please get your application in ASAP.
Please send applications to Indra Esguerra at indra@countryneedspeople.org.au. If you wish to inquire further about the position please contact Indra on 0402 486 647.