Role Highlights
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Convenient CBD location
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Flexible working arrangements available
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Vibrant, committed and supportive team
Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.
About the Business
The Office for Women (OfW) is part of the Women’s Equality and
Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence System Reform division and works
collaboratively with the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Family and
Sexual Violence. The OfW promotes gender equity and positive change for women
in South Australia through collaboration with government and community groups.
The OfW develops policy and advice to support informed decision-making on
issues affecting women, improving their safety, wellbeing, and economic security.
Role Details
The Business Support Officer is a role within the Office for Women and is accountable to the Business Manager for:
• providing support in budget and financial management including data collection and analysis and conduct financial audits
• providing support in managing human resource documents including staff contracts, recruitment and processing of payroll documentation
• providing a range of administrative support services which contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the Office for Women
• the coordination of briefings and ministerial responses for Ministers and the Chief Executive including providing timely advice on the various briefing processes to be utilised and the appropriate recording and monitoring of responses
• supporting the development and implementation of various policy and strategy initiatives including undertaking data collection, research, finance and preparing reports or correspondence.
Special Conditions
National Police Check required.
Duration: Term up to eight (8) months.
Attachments:
Contact Us
Enquiries to Renee Cannon
0417 957 103
Diversity And Inclusion
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the
full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people,
culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.
If you require assistance with this process,
please contact us at dhsrecruitment@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to
our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or
neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages,
addressing how your skills, attributes and experience meet the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form.
For more information about applying, refer to our
Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,
which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the
South Australia Police
or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS,
including periodic assessment during your employment.