Business Manager
Brigidine Sisters NSW Community
Part Time
Applications close Friday, 20 March, 2020
Reporting to the NSW Community Leadership Team, you will use your extensive business, financial and accounting experience to ensure the proper administration of the temporal goods of the Congregation.
You will ensure effective and efficient business management systems and procedures are established and maintained, that all statutory reporting and compliance requirements are met, and that the financial needs of the Community members are addressed.
You will be responsible for the oversight of ongoing maintenance and repairs of all Community properties and will work with the Community's external service providers to assist in the management of property purchases, disposals and leases.
The role is a permanent, part-time position and would suit an experienced person looking for work-life balance and who enjoys working in a small team.
Business Manager
Brigidine Sisters NSW Community
Part Time
Applications close Friday, 20 March, 2020
Reporting to the NSW Community Leadership Team, you will use your extensive business, financial and accounting experience to ensure the proper administration of the temporal goods of the Congregation.
You will ensure effective and efficient business management systems and procedures are established and maintained, that all statutory reporting and compliance requirements are met, and that the financial needs of the Community members are addressed.
You will be responsible for the oversight of ongoing maintenance and repairs of all Community properties and will work with the Community's external service providers to assist in the management of property purchases, disposals and leases.
The role is a permanent, part-time position and would suit an experienced person looking for work-life balance and who enjoys working in a small team.
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Executive Support Officer
Sydney
Full-time
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be considered as they are received and suitable candidates shortlisted.
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About us
The Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney (the Archdiocese) serves the communities of the city of Sydney, including the Eastern, South-Western and lower North Shore suburbs. It does so through its agencies, ministries and parishes. Its ministries include health and aged care, education, and community services.
The Chancery is the administrative office of the Archdiocese. The Executive Director, Administration and Finance serves as the Archdiocese’s canonical finance officer, overseeing the management of its temporal goods as the Archbishop’s delegate. The Office of the Executive Director, Administration & Finance is now seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Support Officer to support the Office in the efficient delivery of this important work.
About the role
This is a unique opportunity to use your administration and executive support skills in a values-led, supportive environment.
Reporting to the Executive Officer (Office of the Executive Director, Administration & Finance), you will play a key role in facilitating the efficient and smooth functioning of the Executive Director’s Office.
Key responsibilities will include:
Assisting with calendar management and the administrative aspects of meetings, including scheduling meetings, arranging meeting set-up, taking and distributing meeting minutes
Carrying out general administrative duties such as typing, copying, scanning, printing, collating and binding material, including complex board meeting papers
Assisting with the preparation of documents, letters and presentations, using Microsoft 365 suite and other applications
Answering and making verbal and written enquiries with internal and external stakeholders, including the Archbishop’s and Bishops’ staff, clergy, parish staff, agencies and service providers
Organising, filing and archiving of documents and records using the Archdiocese’ software and systems
Reconciling expense reports
Booking and managing travel arrangements.
This role is a permanent, full-time position and will be initially based in Leichhardt in Sydney’s inner west. The Chancery Office will be relocating to the Sydney CBD in 2027.
About you
As the ideal candidate, you will bring:
Executive support experience in a similar role, with a demonstrated record of being well-organised and able to prioritise tasks under pressure; excellent administration skills; and a strong focus on service excellence
Knowledge of office management systems, practices, and procedures
Advanced proficiency using contemporary workplace technology, particularly across the Microsoft 365 suite of programs (experience in using iManage and ExpenseMe Pro would be an advantage)
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to maintain discretion and to handle sensitive, confidential and privileged information appropriately
Resilience and a solutions-focused approach, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
What’s on offer?
An opportunity to build your career within a large, for-purpose organisation
Generous and supportive leave entitlements, including paid ex-gratia leave between Christmas and New Year (at the discretion of the Archdiocese), and paid study leave subject to certain conditions
Opportunities for ongoing professional development
Access to personalised banking support and solutions
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Enquiries and application process
To obtain a copy of the Position Description or to discuss the role and how to apply, please contact Nevine Piperides at Reach HR on 0418 698 327 or nevine@reachhr.com.au.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be considered as they are received and suitable candidates shortlisted.
Additional requirements
As this is an ongoing role, only candidates with the unrestricted right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
Relevant employment check clearances, including a national police check will be required for this role.
The Archdiocese is wholly committed to ensuring the safety, well-being and dignity of all children and adults at risk, and acknowledges its important legal, moral and spiritual responsibility to create a safe and nurturing environment for those children and adults at risk. The Archdiocese has a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse.
Additionally, the Archdiocese is committed to continuous improvement to assess and address the risk of modern slavery in its operations and supply chains and to report annually on these actions in the form of a Modern Slavery Statement.