About Us:Ìý
The Indigenous Desert Alliance (IDA) is an Indigenous-led, member-based organisation that plays a vital role in keeping the desert connected and strengthening desert ranger programs. The IDA works with its members and partners to ensure that Indigenous rangers are enabled to collaboratively manage the Australian desert are empowered to realise their aspirations for community, culture, and Country. ÌýWe work with over 65 ranger groups from across the desert in our role to ‘Keep the Desert Connected’ and empower a united voice for the desert. ÌýThe Indigenous Land Management (ILM) sector includes Traditional Owners, Indigenous Rangers, and their land management organisations who undertake a wide range of cultural, environmental, and natural resource management activities. In Australia’s desert regions, which includes 22 Indigenous Protected Areas, these activities may include:Ìý
ÌýCultural and ecological knowledge transfer initiativesÌýFire managementÌýCultural site and heritage managementÌýFeral animal and weed controlÌýThreatened speciesÌýmonitoringÌýand recovery projectsÌýFee for service economic activitiesÌý
About the role:Ìý
We’reÌýlooking for a highly organised and proactiveÌýAdministrationÌýSupportÌýOfficerÌýto join ourÌýCorporateÌýServices team in Alice Springs.Ìý
This is a hands-on role that keeps the organisation running smoothly supporting day-to-day operations, coordinating travel andÌýlogistics,ÌýassistingÌýwith events, and providing key administrative support across teams.Ìý
You’llÌýplayÌýan important roleÌýin supporting both internal operations and our broader engagement work.Ìý
Key ResponsibilitiesÌý
- Provide general administrative support across the organisationÌý
- Coordinate travel, accommodation, andÌýlogisticsÌýfor staff and eventsÌý
- Support meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activitiesÌý
- AssistÌýwith fleet coordination including bookings, servicing, and recordsÌý
- MaintainÌýaccurateÌýrecords, registers, and office systemsÌý
- Support onboarding and induction ofÌýnew staffÌý
- AssistÌýwith reporting, documentation, and communicationsÌý
- Provide administrative support to the Engagement teamÌý
To be successful in this rewarding, diverse, and challenging role, you willÌýbring:Ìý
Experience in an administrative or office support roleÌýStrong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple prioritiesÌýExperience coordinating travel, meetings, or eventsÌýHigh attention to detail and strong record-keeping skillsÌýConfident communication skills (written and verbal)ÌýStrong Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn new systemsÌýA professional,ÌýreliableÌýand team-focused approachÌý
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:Ìý
A good understanding of remote Indigenous social, cultural, and economic contextsÌýPreviousÌýexperience working in an Aboriginal or culturally diverse organisationÌý
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What We Offer:Ìý
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An opportunity to join a successful national for-purpose organisation that is having a significant positive impact across the deserts of AustraliaÌýA unique and rewarding opportunity to work with Aboriginal communities looking after their CountryÌýCompetitiveÌýremunerationÌýpackage and excellent conditions and salary packaging opportunitiesÌýA dynamic culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team membersÌýAdditionalÌýpaid leave during Christmas/New Year shut down periodÌý
Comprehensive wellbeing support, through an active care approach for employees and their families.Ìý
To Apply:Ìý
Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to hrstaff@indigenousdesertalliance.com. A detailedÌýposition descriptionÌýis available by contacting us via the same email.Ìý
The IDA reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. Ìý
Our recruitment and selection process include a variety of assessment methods that may encompass reference checks and verification of working rights in Australia. The IDA is committed to safeguarding vulnerable people. You willÌýbe requiredÌýto undergo a screening process on appointment. The IDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds including Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander people, physical ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and family background.Ìý
Employer Questions:Ìý
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? ÌýHow manyÌýyears experienceÌýdo you have as an Administrative Support Officer?ÌýDo you have a current WorkingÌýWithÌýChildren (WWC) Check?ÌýDo you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?ÌýDo you have a current Australian driver’s licence?Ìý
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