Newcastle Refugee Health Administration Coordinator

• Manage administrative tasks and prioritise workflow to ensure the timely completion of activities and projects for the Newcastle Refugee Health Service.
• Maintain the records management system. 
• Coordinate and provide secretarial support for meetings and committees.
• Assist the Service Manager and Health Care Interpreter Service Manager in preparing reports, documents, and complex correspondence.
• Serve as the first point of contact for clients and service providers, providing culturally competent customer service through phone, email, and in-person interactions.

About You: 
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational, communication, and customer service skills. To be successful in this role, you would ideally have:

• Proven experience in providing efficient administrative, secretarial, and clerical support.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative, discretion, and judgment in a flexible, creative manner.
• A commitment to culturally competent customer support, ensuring quality service to diverse clients.

About Our Team: 

Joining a brand-new team, this is a rare and unique opportunity where your contribution will be committed to improving the health system. We encourage flexibility within the workplace, with flexible start/finish times for your working week. 

We are a team of dedicated professionals who treat each other with respect and support, thriving in a dynamic, collaborative, and diverse environment. We are seeking like-minded, innovative thinkers who can manage their own workload while actively contributing to the success of the team. Our team members are committed to working together, offering support beyond their specialised areas, and fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere even in a busy working environment.


What We Can Offer You:

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• A social team with a love for cooking, baking and socialising! 
• Free parking, and a close stroll to coffee and lunch!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals. 
• Working for a highly regarded public health facility, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy. 
• Career Development opportunities 
• Up to 12 ADO's per year (for full time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing. 
• Fitness Passport