Overview
The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a values-driven and proactive Administration Assistant for the Port Augusta location, as part of the Return to Community Program. This fixed-term, part-time role offers 25 hours per week until 30 June 2026. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply, as The Salvation Army recognises the strengths and wisdom that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to the work and is committed to culturally safe, inclusive services.
About The Role
Reporting to the Homelessness Program Manager, this role is based in Port Augusta and is part of the Homelessness Stream, providing high-quality, person-centred services to people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
Salary and conditions
Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCAHDS Award, level 3.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support for day-to-day operations.
- Perform general office duties and manage resources according to site requirements, following the direction of the line manager.
- Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely and accurate procurement of goods and services.
- Ensure bank transactions, invoicing, and Centrelink imports and exports are completed according to set guidelines.
- Maintain administrative and financial systems in accordance with TSA policies and procedures, including car/room/equipment management, purchase orders, correspondence, and handling post and freight.
- Maintain effective, accountable, confidential, and secure systems for all participants, program staff, and agency-related documentation and information (verbal, written, and electronic).
You will have (Requisite Skills & Qualifications)
- Previous experience in an administrative environment is essential, preferably within the community/welfare sector
- Certificate III in Business or similar and/or extensive, demonstrated previous experience working in a similar role.
- Experience working with clients from a diverse cultural background, preferably clients who identify as being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- Bi-lingual, being able to speak Aboriginal languages, is preferred
- Driver's Licence, must hold at the time of commencement.
What We Offer
- NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
- Flexible working conditions
- Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
- Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to volunteer in a TSA program or activity
- Purpose-driven career with positive social and sustainable outcomes
- Employee Assistance Program - independent confidential counselling service
- Opportunity for career development
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
Equal Opportunity and Child Safe Workplace
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides an inclusive work environment. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. The Salvation Army is a child-safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child-facing roles require a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check where applicable. We are committed to building culturally safe, inclusive services and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Part-time
- Job function: Administrative
- Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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