$35 p/h + Super
Position based in Darwin with frequent travel to Wadeye as required
- 6 Weeks leave + 17.5% leave loading
- NFP Salary packaging (tax savings on $15000)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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The Administration Officer provides comprehensive administrative and customer service support to the Housing & Construction team, ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the program. The role is responsible for reception duties, responding to enquiries, maintaining accurate records, and managing documentation including reports, contracts and grant information. It supports financial administration through processing invoices and purchases, assisting with payroll activities, and maintaining up-to-date financial and staff records. The position also oversees office supply management, vehicle and machinery maintenance records, and contributes to accurate reporting of End of Month reports to relevant Government departments.
The role assists with coordinating events, monitoring Job Management Systems, and liaising regularly with tradespeople and stakeholders to ensure timely communication and workflow progression. The position also engages with Traditional Owners and community members where required, fostering positive and productive relationships with internal staff, external agencies,
consultants and the broader community.
About You:
- 1-2 years’ experience in similar role in a remote indigenous community
- Qualification/Certificate relevant to role (i.e. Cert III Business, Diploma) highly desirable
- Knowledge of administration and bookkeeping procedures
- High level computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
- High level written and oral communications skills
- Excellent time management
- Possess cultural awareness and empathy
Essential Licences / Clearances
- National Police check
- NLC Work permit (with assistance)
- Current NT C Class drivers’ licence
- NT Construction Industry White Card (or equivalent)
About Thamarrurr Development Corporation (TDC)
We are a Not-for-Profit, registered charitable organisation, owned by members of the Wangka, Tjanpa and Lirga peoples. The Wadeye Community, (formerly Pt Keats) NT, is located in the Western Daly River region – an area rich in cultures, wildlife and ecosystems. Wadeye is the Territory’s 6th most populous town and one of Australia’s largest remote indigenous communities. We support the Wadeye community through a range of areas including Housing & Construction, NDIS, Aged Care, Employment & Training, Enterprise Development and more.
If you are eligible to work in Australia we look forward to receiving your resume, outlining your previous experience, together with copies of your relevant certificates/qualifications and contact
details of at least two referees.
