Administrator - Catholic Identity and Mission (CIM)

Xavier College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Education South Australia is seeking an Administrator: Catholic Identity and Mission (CIM) to provide high-quality administrative support to the Manager and the CIM team. This 0.8 FTE part-time position runs Monday to Friday and offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive, purpose-driven environment serving Catholic school communities across South Australia.

You will coordinate diaries, prepare letters and reports, support project processes (including APRIM appointment

Qualifications

• Experience providing broad administrative and clerical support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong literacy, numeracy, organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in diary management, email handling, document preparation and formatting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support to the Manager and CIM team.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings, correspondence, documentation and general admin tasks.
• Prepare and format letters, reports, meeting papers and other documents.
• Support CIM projects and administrative processes, including APRIM appointment processes.
• Respond to enquiries and liaise with schools, staff and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively across the CIM Administration Team and support shared priorities.

Skills

Administrative support

Diary management

Verbal & written communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Catholic Education South Australia is seeking a warm, organised and collaborative Administrator: Catholic Identity and Mission (CIM) to provide high-quality administrative support to the Manager and broader Catholic Identity and Mission team.

This is a 0.8 FTE part-time position, working across Monday to Friday, offering the opportunity to contribute to a supportive and purpose-driven team. You will play an important role in keeping the team connected and organised, providing responsive administration and building positive relationships with colleagues, schools and a diverse range of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality administrative support to the Manager and Catholic Identity and Mission team.
• Coordinating diaries, meetings, correspondence, documentation and general administrative requirements.
• Preparing and formatting letters, reports, meeting papers and other correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Supporting team projects, programs and administrative processes, including APRIM appointment processes.
• Responding to enquiries and liaising positively and professionally with schools, staff and other stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively and flexibly across the CIM Administration Team, including supporting colleagues and shared priorities as required.

About You

We are seeking someone who:

• Has demonstrated experience providing a broad range of administrative and clerical support.
• Is warm, approachable and relational, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Brings strong literacy, numeracy, organisational and time-management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Is confident in diary management, email correspondence, document preparation and formatting, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Is flexible, proactive and able to manage competing priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.
• Enjoys working with a diverse range of people and contributing positively to a supportive, community-focused environment.

For further information refer to the Position Description

Why Us?

• Join a collaborative, welcoming and purpose-driven team where your contribution makes a difference.
• Work in a role that connects with colleagues and Catholic school communities across South Australia.
• Be part of a workplace committed to professional growth, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the mission of Catholic education and work that supports children, young people and school communities.

About Us

We are Catholic Education South Australia (CESA), with more than 9,500 staff who are Raising Hearts and Minds of over 56,000 students across 101 Catholic schools.

Together, our schools and the Catholic Education Office form a diverse and connected Catholic education community. Guided by our Catholic identity and mission, we work in partnership with families, children and young people to support their learning, wellbeing and development.

Learn more about Catholic Education South Australia: CESA |Home

Catholic Education South Australiais committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.