Administrative Assistant

Details

Wesley International Congregation-Ryde

• Part-time role based in Sydney
• Fixed-term 12-month contract

About us

Wesley Mission delivers services and programs to provide direct relief of poverty, sickness, suffering, distress, adversity, disability, destitution, and helplessness in New South Wales and other parts of Australia as inspired by the work of Jesus Christ in Word and deed. Our vision is: “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.

With soft hearts, sharp minds, hard feet, and open hands, we seek to continue the work of Jesus Christ in Word and deed.

About the role

The primary focus for this role is to assist in general running and operations of the congregation as well as provide administrative support to the Pastoral team.

Essential criteria

The successful candidate for this role will have the following:

Demonstrated behaviours

• Commitment to and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ together with suitable knowledge and understanding of the Christian faith.
• Invested into the life of WIC and regularly attends WIC services.
• Attention to detail and follows through on commitments.
• Resilient, flexible and able to remain calm in stressful situations.
• strong relationship building skills to ensure collaboration with stakeholders.
• Excellent communicator and strong negotiation skills.
• An excellent planner and organiser.
• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised as well as in a team environment.
• effective team player with a positive can-do attitude.
• Humble and lives out a servant heart.
• Discretion and respects confidentiality.
• Creative, takes initiative and has a willingness to try new things.
• High level of energy and drive

Essential skills/knowledge

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, flexible and positive attitude, with ability to relate well with a variety of people such as Pastors, Ministry Leaders, diverse range of congregation members and organisational staff.
• Excellent computer skills in MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Graphic design skills are desirable

Other Requirements

• Hold and continue to hold a WWCC issued by the NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian
• Hold and continue to hold an entitlement to work in Australia

Benefits

• Employee support program

• Blue Light Card

• Fitness Passport

Closing date

31 December 2025

Apply now

Please find a copy of the Position Description here:

https://www.wesleymission.org.au/about-us/careers/career-opportunities/

Please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria. For further information, or to submit an application, please contact:

Mrs Ka-Mun Tham

Email: ka-mun.tham@wesleymission.org.au

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. This role is only offered to permanent residents of Australia.