Exciting job opportunity with Mabau Foundation – Executive Officer

We at mabau do business differently. We fuse our business enterprises with a commitment to giving back to our society and environment. We believe we need to live our principles not just say them, so that we can make a difference no matter how small.

Position Description

No. MI-005 Executive Officer

An exciting … and let’s be honest challenging … opportunity exists for an energised individual to join a start-up with a difference. As a start-up we are climbing our mountain of ‘to do lists’ and the right fit for this role is an aficionado organiser to make sure we do what we plan to do, while being flexible to problem solve on the run. An ability to engage and communicate with the Managing Director (MD) is key to being effective in this role. Enthusiasm and motivation are valued to ensure
the team works effectively and happily as one.

Duties & responsibilities

• Attention to detail in the organisation, support and upward management of the MD, the organisations priorities and day-to-day tasks. Yes upward manage!
• Monitor the day-to-day activities of the team and manage our work management system (Asana).
• Compile organisational reports and information for the MD.
• Proactively problem solve and exercise sound judgement.
• Take accurate records of meetings and independently follow up actions/tasks.
• Develop plans and implement small projects.
• Undertake research, analyse information and draft summaries of findings.
• Undertake range of administrative tasks i.e. finance, human resources.
• Contribute to creating a positive and motivating culture where values are lived.
• Undertake other tasks as required.

Skills & Qualifications

The following skills or qualifications are desirable but not essential:

• Self-aware perfectionist, with an eye for detail.
• Have initiative, motivation and be a self-starter.
• Professional pride and integrity.
• Organised and ability to take notes.
• Values teamwork and is a clear communicator.
• Flexible and adaptable in changing environments.
• Willingness to jump into tasks and embrace challenges.
• Values feedback and willing to develop professional skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Word with an ability to write highly regarded.
• Understanding of Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint desired, but not essential.

An applicants’ demonstrated aptitude, willingness to learn and develop is considered just as equally
as formal qualifications or experience. It is not essential for applicants to hold an academic
qualification for this role.

Vacancy details

This position is offered as either direct employment or under the mabau EmpowerU training and employment program, subject to applicant meeting the program assessment and eligibility criteria. Under the EmpowerU program the position can be either offered as a short-term internship or as supported ongoing employment. If offered as a short-term internship the position will be modified to ensure the duties and responsibilities are suitably targeted at an internship level with opportunity for development and support throughout the internship. The EmpowerU program aims to support vulnerable individuals from the following demographics:

• people living with a disability
• marginalised or disadvantaged youth
• single parents, and
• other minorities

How to apply

Applicants, or partner organisations on behalf of individuals they support, are required to submit a completed Position Application Coversheet and a written Expression of Interest outlining their interest in the applying for the position and what makes them the perfect ‘fit’. It is useful to include education, work experience and please include any informal work experience or skills. Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume or CV where they have one, but this is not essential.

Please note the Expression of Interest should not exceed 1 page or 300 words. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview and undergo an assessment task. The assessment tasks will include an aptitude test of Microsoft Office programs Word and Excel.

Expressions of Interest can be emailed to info@mabau.co
Queries in relation to this position can be directed to: Thomas Brown @ info@mabau.co