POSITION VACANT: Executive Officer for community organisation

Up to $65K p.a. package (depending on experience and skills)

The Ethnic Communities Council of NSW (ECC) is a non-government peak body representing thousands of people from ethnic communities throughout the State. The Council is looking to employ a full time Executive Officer at its Waterloo office to manage a small team of office and project staff and to oversee the day-to-day running of the organisation.

The ECC is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the ECC Chair and working under the broad direction of the Management Committee, the role is responsible for the effective day-to-day operation of the organisation and the co-ordination and promotion of ECC projects and work programs.
The position is required to exercise a significant degree of initiative, autonomy and judgement in undertaking the day-to-day management of ECC operations and staff.
Other key responsibilities include representation of the ECC and the migrant community in relevant forums, the development of policy and submissions in relation to CALD communities and liaison with media outlets, government departments, community organisations and members of the public.

Essential Criteria:
1. Experience and demonstrated commitment to working with CALD communities
2. Experience with writing policies and funding submissions
3. Effective interpersonal and communications skills to coordinate the work team, liaise with the Management Committee and coordinate media requests.
The position is subject to the availability of ongoing funding.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should send an expression of interest addressing the criteria to : eo@eccnsw.org.au Enquiries: Helen Scott on 93190288
Applications close Thursday 17 April 2008.

POSITION VACANT- Ethnic Communities Council of NSW Administration Officer / Office Coordinator

Administration Officer / Office Coordinator for a State-wide Community Organisation based Sydney Office in Waterloo

• 35 hours per week, or part time, commencing as soon as possible
• Commitment to cultural diversity and working with CALD communities
• Provide receptionist duties, and administrative support to Chair, Executive Officer and other staff
• Assist in various community projects
• Maintenance of office supplies, resources, filing systems and information on website
• Effective communication skills required, and competence in coordinating correspondence and appointments

For further details regarding this position, Phone ECC on 9319 0288.

Email application outlining your experience in the above areas to: admin@eccnsw.org.au