Full-time temporary vacancy available until 30 June 2027

Strengthen communication between internal teams and leadership

Execute comprehensive administration that heightens improvement outcomes.

Join the team as a Senior Business Support Officer in Keswick , where you will exercise high-quality administrative support to various business units within the directorate. Your comprehensive duties will comprise of maintaining personal files and salary information systems, staff audits and assisting recruitment and selection processes.

These critical business functions will contribute to the greater efficiency and growth of DCP's Office of Professional Practice. The team are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual, who is committed in driving organisational goals and fortifying robust partnerships with stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

- Guide key administrative support that elevates human resource documentation and business functions
- Provide high-level financial support to the Directorate Business Manager
- Oversee minor reviews of existing administrative systems and procedures to suggest valuable recommendations for improvement
- Generate memos, letters and research materials for relevant reports.

About you:

- You possess experience in business and finance related administrative services
- You have exceptional interpersonal skills to communicate with leadership and a diverse range of stakeholders
- You are highly organised and diligent to maintain accurate reporting processes
- You are a phenomenal team collaborator, who drives established networks within the directorate
- You are an analytical thinker, who can evaluate evidence to achieve fact-based solutions.





Why You'll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

- A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave - additional paid time to support you and your growing family
- Recognition and Growth - we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
- Salary Packaging - reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
- Health and Fitness Perks - free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
- Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
- You must have a current Australian driver's licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive is essential.

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Contact Us

Enquiries to Ellie Albanese - Business Coordinator

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, protected, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

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📌 SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER (City of West Torrens)
🏢 Child Protection
📍 City of West Torrens