• Melbourne CBD
• Part time (Ongoing 3 days per week, with possibility to increase to 4 or full time)
• National not-for-profit
• Competitive salary + super
• Flexible work options
• Additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year

Position overview:
Community Work Australia is seeking a highly organised and capable Office Manager / Executive Assistant to oversee daily operations and provide high-level administrative coordination across the organisation. This role is ideal for a confident and approachable professional who enjoys creating efficient systems, supporting team members, and ensuring a smooth-running office environment.

Working closely with the CEO and broader team, the Office Manager / Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing internal processes, supporting governance and board administration, coordinating meetings and events, and maintaining the organisation’s records and systems.

About us:
Community Work Australia (formerly ACWA) is the peak body for the community work profession, striving to bring about a fair and just society by elevating the professional and ethical practice of community workers.

As a national not-for-profit, we set benchmarks for exemplary practice through practitioner support, educational standards, skilled migration assessments, industry advocacy, and more. Through Community Work Australia’s leadership community work practitioners are better placed to help bring about an inclusive and equitable Australia.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the smooth operation of day-to-day office activities
• Support the CEO and broader team with administrative coordination and scheduling
• Provide administrative support to the Board including preparation of papers, agenda and minutes
• Coordinate logistics for meetings and events, including internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records and manage organisational databases
• Support internal systems including HR, finance, and supplier arrangements
• Prepare reports, correspondence and documentation as needed
• Oversee office supplies, facilities, and general administration
• Contribute to organisational planning and support team-wide efficiency

Qualifications and skills (selection criteria):

• Demonstrated experience in office management or senior administration roles
• A relevant qualification in business administration or a related field (desirable)
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A professional and solutions-oriented approach with the ability to work independently
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort using databases or cloud-based tools
• Experience supporting governance or executive processes (desirable)

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work arrangements - part-time hybrid role with autonomy over working hours
• Friendly, supportive and values-driven team environment
• Additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Central Melbourne office
• A meaningful role contributing to a more inclusive and equitable Australia

How to apply:
If you’re an experienced Office Manager / Executive Assistant looking to make a meaningful contribution in the not-for-profit sector, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a short cover letter addressing the selection criteria to ceo@communitywork.org.au.

Applications close 23 July 2025.