Job description POSITION OBJECTIVE:
This position is focused on delivering Emergency Relief to those seeking assistance from Waltja, which will include walk ins to the office, phone calls, and online requests. Waltja is an Aboriginal community organisation, providing services across remote central Australian communities. Our Emergency Relief Worker will learn on the job Waltja’s office procedures and administration systems, including reception duties, filing, and databases.
The Emergency Relief Support Worker will be willing to work primarily with computers and digital technology, undertake training, and be a positive and proactive part of the Waltja team. The Emergency Relief Support Worker will receive on the job mentoring and training by senior staff, and have the opportunity to up skill through credited training. The Administration Worker will be based in Alice Springs. This is a full-time position (part-time negotiable).
ACCOUNTABILITY:
The Administration Worker – Emergency Relief Support will be accountable to the Senior Administration staff and CEO, and will work in partnership with Waltja’s other programs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Experience working in or with remote central Australian Aboriginal families;
2. Previous administration or customer facing experience;
3. Experience in administration tasks, data entry, and database management;
4. A commitment to Aboriginal self-determination, demonstrated ability to relate sensitively and effectively with Indigenous people and demonstrated awareness of the issues affecting Aboriginal children/young people and their families in central Australia;
5. Current NT Drivers License or commitment to