Jobs

Working Together – employment opportunities at GLaWAC

Front Desk Administrator

Being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is a genuine occupational requirement for this position

The Front Desk Administrator provides key customer service for GLaWAC. You are the first contact for all enquiries, whether by phone, email, or face-to-face at the Forestec office. You ensure the efficient running of the front office area and provide administrative assistance that supports GLaWAC’s day-to-day operations.

You will have:
– Experience working with Aboriginal people.
– Experience in a similar role.
– Ability to communicate with people effectively at all levels.
– Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships.
– Attention to detail.
– Computer literacy, good skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

Read the Position Description here.


To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au


Payroll Officer


The Payroll Officer is responsible for providing an efficient and accurate payroll service. This includes the day to day payroll operations of weekly and monthly payroll processes, collation, lodgement and payment of superannuation, salary sacrificing, general journaling and other payroll related ledger reconciliations.

The position will be required to provide some interpretation of award and agreement conditions and to work across a range of different industrial tools.

The role will be responsible for preparation of payroll related financial reports, maintaining current controls, administration and integration of payroll systems with finance systems.

You will have:
– Well developed interpersonal skills, including an ability to deal effectively with difficult people, whilst ensuring a pleasant customer service approach.
– Extensive experience managing the payroll function with demonstrable attention to detail.
– Well-developed computer skills particularly finance and payroll software, MS Office and understanding large databases.
– Ability to demonstrate high levels of confidentiality and integrity.
– Understanding of Taxation and Superannuation Regulations relating to payroll.

Read the Position Description here.

Don’t delay your application, we will be interviewing while the position is being advertised.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au


Program Manager


The Program Manager is responsible for effectively and successfully managing the GLaWAC contracts register and contract obligations. You will also oversee government reporting requirements, monitor budgets, and assist with reporting variances and project expenditure forecasts. You will monitor each project, liaise with Project Managers across GLaWAC to gather information and provide support, and establish and maintain key external contacts for each project.

A primary focus will be to review, make recommendations and implement suitable project management software. Reporting to the General Manager, Business Services, this role will collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives.

You will have:
– Extensive experience managing budgets, monitoring projects and administrative tasks.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
– The ability to create meaningful insights from business data.
– Demonstrated leadership experience and a strong passion to coach and develop others.
– Experience with financial software Strong attention to detail.
– Strong MS Excel skills.

Read the Position Description here.

Applications close: Sunday 23rd February

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au


Office Manager – Kalimna

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage are encouraged to apply

The Office Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Kalimna office by providing a welcoming and open environment that also supports the Corporate Services deliverables, enabling successful business functions. The Office Manager will be responsible for developing intra-office communication protocols, facility management, streamlining administrative procedures, inventory control, office staff supervision and task delegation.

You will have:
– High level communication and people skills.
– High level computer literacy in the MS Office suite.
– Well-developed time management, planning and priority setting skills.
– An ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
– An ability to problem solve and display initiative.
– Active listening skills and the ability to deal appropriately with sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and privacy are maintained.

Read the Position Description here.

Applications close: Sunday 2nd March

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au

GLaWAC are always looking to create new opportunities for community and we will post them here and on our Facebook page as they arise.

If you would like to know more about our jobs and training packages please get in touch with Mardi Edwards at jobs@glawac.com.au

Our commitment to our staff

At the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation we understand that our employees are one of our greatest strengths as an organisation.

We strive to fulfil the aspirations of the Gunaikurnai people, as detailed in the Gunaikurnai Whole of Country Plan.

GLaWAC is a stable corporation that continues to grow and increase its influence across our Country. We are building capacity to address disadvantage whilst creating many and varied opportunities for Gunaikurnai people. We are committed to offering employment opportunities to our members and community first.

GLaWAC seeks to become a major employer of the Gunaikurnai people, while also creating more supportive and secure opportunities for Gunaikurnai to work with other organisations.

We offer professional and personal development opportunities such as traineeships and pre-employment programs to develop your skills and training opportunities.

GLaWAC offers its staff monthly cultural activities as well as excellent personal development opportunities. Come and be part of a small team making a big difference for the Aboriginal community people in Gippsland!