Operations Support Officer
Newcastle, NSW, AU, 2300
About Us
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services. Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities.
Your Role
We are seeking an organised, proactive and people focused Operations Support Officer to join our Membership, Volunteers and Regional Operations directorate. In this role, you’ll be at the centre of supporting our members, volunteers and regional teams to deliver meaningful programs and services across the community. From creating a warm and welcoming front office environment to supporting regional projects, events and communications, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of information, effective service delivery and strong connections across our diverse network. This role is Part-Time working 27.5 hour per week.
Your Responsibility
- Support the Regional Director and team to implement strategic and operational initiatives.
- Provide high-quality project, administrative and stakeholder support across multiple regions.
- Coordinate and assist with local events, forums and communications.
- Collate and analyse information to prepare reports and documentation that inform decision making.
- Help deliver seamless internal communications and support uptake of Society technology.
- Contribute to safe work practices, risk management and compliance processes.
- Foster strong working relationships with members, volunteers, staff and fellow Operations Support Officers across the state.
You Will Need
- Proven project coordination skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities.
- High levels of initiative, enthusiasm and energy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills across diverse audiences.
- Experience providing operational support to remote or regionally dispersed teams.
- Advanced MS Outlook skills and confidence with digital tools.
- A collaborative, solutions focused mindset and excellent customer service skills.
- A current NSW drivers liceence and the ability to travel as needed for the role.
Desirable:
- Certificate IV in Business/Office Administration (or equivalent).
- Experience in data analysis and reporting.
- Experience working in a membership based organisation.
Apply Now
If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.
We offer:
- Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
- Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
- Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
- Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth.
- Wellbeing Support – EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.
- Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
- Leave Benefits – Enjoy up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.
St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.
The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.