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Shakti - Administrative & Community Support Person

Organisation:

SHAKTI

Category:

Administration

Hours:

Working Hours

Locations:

Dunedin

Shakti Dunedin is a national not-for-profit community organisation specialising in the area of women’s development, empowerment and domestic/ family violence intervention, prevention and awareness. They are a specialist provider of culturally competent support services for women, children and families of Asian, African and Middle Eastern origin.

As a Shakti Administrative and Community Support person you will:

  • Manage filing systems and update necessary documents
  • Maintain and replenish resource materials, including photocopying brochures and business cards
  • Organize and archive updated templates, policies, and manuals
  • Assist with stationery procurement and other administrative tasks
  • Support in organising workshops, meal preparation, and grocery shopping as required
  • Participate in public displays to promote Shakti Dunedin

Community Risk Management:

  • Act as an interpreter between clients and caseworkers to facilitate effective communication
  • Participate in Training and Meetings
  • Attend volunteer training workshops as scheduled by SDETAT
  • Assist with staff meetings to stay informed and offer support as needed
  • Commitment to privacy and respect for confidentiality

Training provided:

  • Initially there is a 1 full day of cultural competency training to complete

Benefits of Volunteering:

  • Gain valuable experience in non-profit administration and community engagement
  • Contribute to supporting vulnerable individuals within the community
  • Join a dedicated team committed to empowering women and families in need

Requirements

  • Previous admin experience and skills
    (Familiar with Microsoft suite)
  • Complete Online Cultural Competency Training
  • Full Police Vetting required
  • Asian, African and Middle Eastern background
  • Multilingual
  • No Age limit
  • Ideally, 12 months plus minimum commitment

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment

  • Flexible hours: up to ten hours per week

Getting started

The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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