RSL Queensland (RSLQ) is the largest ex‐service organisation in Queensland – providing practical support, assistance and camaraderie to veterans, current serving Defence members, and their families across the state and nationally.
The Veteran Services department strives to provide all veterans and their families with a streamlined, supportive, and empowering experience after leaving the Australian Defence Force. The department also supports RSLQ's 10 Districts and network of more than 230 Sub Branches across the state.
The role:
With the assistance of the District Administration Assistant, you will play a vital role by representing the State Branch and delivering efficient, effective, high‐quality and stakeholder‐focused administration, coordination, and support function services directly to the District and District President.
* Reporting functionally to the Regional Manager with the District President responsible for day‐to‐day tasking.
* When appointed by the District Board, act as appointed Secretary of the District and comply with the requirements as set out in the Act and the District Constitution (e.g., preparing notice to members, agendas, and minutes).
* Assist in both data collection from, and the effective distribution of League information to, Districts and Sub Branches.
* Deliver exceptional administrative support including managing confidential and sensitive documentation and information with discretion.
* Organise, promote, and facilitate meetings, events, and District Branch activities (including booking appointments, travel, and accommodation).
* Lead the District Administration Assistant.
* Participate in District activities and events (including some scheduled weekend events), and more.
What's required to succeed:
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in fast‐paced office administrative roles.
* Minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience.
* Stakeholder‐centric approach with the ability to work with ex‐Service personnel and volunteers.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including influencing and negotiating to achieve objectives.
* Ability to provide quality service to both internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to work autonomously, with limited direction or supervision.
* Ability to contribute to a positive work environment and project a professional image.
* Good ability to conceptualise and draft communications, minutes, and presentations from scratch on a variety of topics (advanced skills in MS Office).
* A continuous improvement mindset.
* Formal qualification in business administration or a related field is desirable.
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