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Board and Executive Assistant, Australian Volunteers InternationalPart-time role based in AVI Head Office in Fitzroy (28 hours per week)Competitive Total Remuneration Package with salary packaging benefitsFlexible Working ArrangementsJoin AVI as our Board and Executive Assistant and make a real impact every day!AVI has been inviting change since 1951. We foster long-term partnerships that build and deepen over time. Our partners and skilled volunteers connect in ways that result in collaboration across cultures, sustainable development outcomes and a more informed and understanding Australian community. AVI exists to achieve community-determined development outcomes across Asia, the Pacific and Africa and this role is integral to communicating our purpose, work and shared achievements.Role OverviewAs the Board and Executive Assistant, youll be a vital part of our organisation, providing high-level executive support to the CEO of AVI and the Director of the Australian Volunteers Program. Youll also play a key role in coordinating and supporting our Board of Directors, Board Subcommittees, and leadership teams (OLT and PLT), ensuring smooth operations and strong governance.In addition, you''ll provide 7 hours a week of executive support to the CEO of RedR Australia another impactful organisation co-located in our office, making this a truly unique and varied role.If youre highly organised, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to work somewhere your skills directly support lasting, positive change in the world, wed love to hear from you.Position RequirementsThis role will suit someone with:Proven high level organisational, project coordination and time management skills.Advanced skills in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software applications.High level interpersonal skills and the ability to sustain effective relationships at all levels of the organisation including at the Board and Management level.Proven ability to apply sensitivity and diplomacy when the situation requires itExceptional attention to detail to undertake work with a high level of accuracy.Excellent written communication skills including the ability to draft letters and prepare reports and proposals in a professional manner.Demonstrated flexibility and capacity to work independently without the need for close supervision.Relevant experience, coupled with administrative, business or secretarial training.Relevant experience in providing a high level of executive support at senior management and/or Board level in a fast-paced multi-sector environment (e.g. local government).High level knowledge of organisational dynamics and culture, and experience in the coordination of compliance regimes and governance issues.Sound knowledge of, and commitment to the underpinning values, goals and objectives of AVIUnderstanding of and commitment to EEO, WHS, child protection and privacy principlesIn Return, You WillJoin a long-standing not-for-profit organisation with a rich history and a team of passionate individualsHave the best of both worlds with our inner-city office in the heart of Fitzroy, Melbourne, and flexible work arrangements for remote workBe offered a competitive remuneration package under a progressive Enterprise Agreement. In addition, you may access generous salary packaging of up to $15,900/year and $2,650 for meal/entertainment expenses.Application ProcedureFor a full outline of the position and applicant requirements please see the Position Description andsubmit a cover letter and a current resumeApplication Closing date: Sunday, 20 July 2025.Applications will be reviewed and processed as they are received, so please don''t wait for the application deadline to apply. Interviews for this role will commence from Tuesday 22 July, 2025.AVI is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults in the delivery of all ourwork.Weare committed to the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and fraud prevention. We have robust screening procedures for all staff. This screening includes criminal record checks and referee checks prior to commencement and throughout employment.AVI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AVI actively encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people, people with disability and others who have diverse experiences of our world to apply for this opportunity. AVI will provide reasonable workplace adjustments for applicants with disability.Your privacy is important to AVI.It is the policy of AVI to respect the confidentiality of information and privacy of individuals. Personal information provided by you as part of your application (whether oral, electronic, or written) will be collected and processed for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. In order to carry out this purpose, your information may be disclosed to appropriate persons in our offices. Any information we hold will be governed by the most current version of the AVI Privacy Policy which is available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr