Description:
Seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to oversee the functions and running of the Coburg office. You will be the go to person for office knowledge and be the key point of contact for both Area and Divisional staff, providing support and information where required. If you like variety, communicating with many different individuals as learning about the various workforces within DE, then look no further and consider applying for the role.
The School & Regional Services, is responsible for implementing government learning and development strategies through networks of government schools and early childhood providers. Multi-disciplinary teams work collaboratively across the Area to:
- deliver high quality education and early childhood services that are responsive to local needs.
- improve early childhood service and school outcome and performances across the Area.
The purpose of the Administration Officer role is to provide administrative services to Area staff. The Administration Officer, under the direction of the Manager, Planning and Implementation, will work closely with other staff performing administrative functions and in liaison with the School Improvement Project Support Officer to ensure required supports are provided across the Area.
The role is critical to the effective operations of the Area. It will involve periods of sustained independent work, as well as frequent and varied contact with Department employees and members of the community. The role demands flexibility and the ability to work in a highly collaborative and supportive way with all other staff. The Administration Officer will demonstrate discretion, integrity and initiative in the performance of their tasks, which include:
- Leading the support for office/facilities management, including fleet services.
- Records management, including administration of Area Sharepoint sites.
- Procurement, including hospitality, travel, office supplies and general invoice processing.
- General administration support including reception, meeting and event coordination.
- Management and triaging of Area inbox.
- Program administration support.
The role requires the following capabilities:
- Planning, organisation and attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Initiative and accountability and self management
- Verbal and written communication
For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Maria Radoslovic via maria.radoslovic@education.vic.gov.au.
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11.59pm Thursday 22nd May.