Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW) comprises 38 Catholic schools with more then 20,000 students enrolled across the Illawarra, Macarthur, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands regions.
Location:Catholic Education Office, Wollongong
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Interim Executive Director of Schools invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced personnel for this permanent full-time position (35 hours per week) of Administrative Officer - Reception.
Reporting to the Operations and Administrative Services Manager - Wollongong, this position exists to support the front counter administrative requirements of Reception Services within the Diocese of Wollongong across its various locations, including at the Catholic Education Office (CEO) and the Office of the Bishop located in Wollongong. Applicants will be supportive of the ethos and mission of the Catholic Diocese of Wollongong and understand the key purpose of this position as a focused customer service role.
YOUR IMPACT
As the face of the front counter, you will be responsible for:
Administrative support and front-of-house reception duties as required
Answering the main phone line, assisting with front office parking, preparing and submitting weekly stationery orders, overseeing daily office mail processing, and assisting with room calendar bookings and management
Stock management and inventory control
Providing event support including room bookings, catering support, and event setup and pack down where required
Supporting the effective and efficient operation of the central office whilst working collaboratively with staff across CEO Service Areas, schools, Diocesan Pastoral Works, and external suppliers in the delivery of event services

SELECTION CRITERIA
Minimum Certificate III in Business/Administration and/or a minimum of three years of experience in an office or administrative setting
Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on customer service and building relationships




Proficiency and experience in Google Workspace and the MS Office suite of applications
Ability to work independently as well as a collaborative, cooperative approach to working in a team
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadline
Discretion and a high level of confidentiality
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated positive approach and attitude
Knowledge of a school/Parish environment, as well as a Catholic lens and understanding of the Catholic faith is desirable

WHY WORK WITH CEDOW?
At CEDoW, we believe in supporting those who support our students. This role offers:
A generous salary of $64,609 - $70,338 plus superannuation (salary depending on experience and qualifications)
Laptop provided and to be used in line with CEDoW policy and procedure
An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education
Additional ex-gratia leave during the Christmas period
Employees are eligible for Fitness Passport, giving you and your family discounted access to a wide network of fitness facilities.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE
This role is classified as child related work and therefore a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to your employment with CEDoW.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are to complete an online application which asks to briefly address the essential criteria. Please keep your response to the equivalent of 2 A4 pages in length.
To find out more or to have a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Yvonne Keary - Manager of Administrative Services on ************
Applications Close: 15 November **** at 11:55pm
The Diocese of Wollongong is situated approximately 100 km south of Sydney, NSW, Australia. The diocese stretches from Ingleburn and Varroville in the north, through Helensburgh down the coast to Milton-Ulladulla and west through the southern highlands to Moss Vale. There are currently 29 systemic Catholic Primary schools and 9 systemic Catholic High schools in the diocese. There are also 7 Congregational High Schools within the diocese.

📌 Administrative Officer - Reception (Wollongong)
🏢 Catholic Education - Diocese Of Wollongong
📍 Wollongong