Job Vacancies

Executive Assistant

ARAS is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Executive Assistant (full-time) for a role in the aged care sector. 

About the Position

The Executive Assistant supports the Chief Executive, works with the Executive & Admin team, plus a broad range of stakeholders, including Board members, government representatives and departments, other advocacy services, and external businesses.

You will provide high quality and professional secretariat services to the Executive team, Board and Board sub-committees, advisory groups and other engagement forums including coordinating and scheduling meetings, venues, attendees, and equipment; drafting and finalising agendas; drafting agenda papers, minutes and high-level communication for an executive audience and actively monitor and update action item registers and forward schedules.

 About the Organisation

ARAS is the South Australian component of the National Aged Care Advocacy Program [NACAP] and is funded by the Australian Department of Health to provide independent advocacy and information services across South Australia. Whilst our main office is located in Dulwich with regional offices located in the Barossa Valley, Fleurieu Peninsula and the Riverland, our staff are offered flexible hybrid wfh/wfo work options.

The ARAS website provides more information about the range of work ARAS undertakes. A position description for the role is available here. Applicants must clearly address the requirements of the person specification in their application.

Specific Employment Requirements

• A bachelor's degree qualification in business or administration, or equivalent, is an advantage.
• Experience in a similar role, supporting executive staff in a NFP or NGO.
• Advanced ITC skills including Microsoft office suite of applications.
• High quality report writing and document management skills.
• Self-managed, work well in a small team, demonstrate initiative, be proactive, flexible and reliable.
• Excellent communication skills.
• National Police Clearance (less than 12 months old).

Applications must be made through SEEK and addressed to ARAS Corporate Services Manager. Applications will be assessed as they are received and will close on 30 April 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

For additional information, please phone 0436 283 818.

Aged Care Advocate - Berri office 

Are you a local who has a passion for helping people? We are recruiting suitable candidates to join our Riverland team to work as an Advocate in the aged care sector (more than one position). 

 Aged Rights Advocacy Service (ARAS) is a not-for-profit organisation working for over 35 years providing free, independent advocacy services and rights information sessions across South Australia.

Your job is to provide information that empowers older people to make informed decisions about the care and services they receive and to stand beside them when they raise issues or concerns with aged care providers.  We promote the rights of older people and ensure that their voice is heard. 

ARAS is a founding member of the national Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN), delivering the National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP) and is funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health.

ARAS is a values-based organisation that is committed to its people and older South Australian's.

ARAS offers a dynamic and diverse workplace that values individuality and teamwork.  We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. Our team thrives on integrity, respect and a shared commitment to achieving excellence.

You will be a passionate, organised, and a driven person that wants to be part of an organisation that exists to give a voice to older people. You will have good communication skills and ideally have previous experience in the aged care or community services sectors or similar role.

Successful applicants will be required to attend our Dulwich office for induction and training for up to 4 weeks. ARAS will arrange and cover accommodation costs during this period, Monday to Friday.

View and/or download the position description. Applicants must address the requirements of the person specification in their application.

Specific employment requirements

• A degree qualification in a humanitarian/ social justice or similar discipline is a mandatory requirement.
• National Police Clearance (less than 12 months old).
• Working with Vulnerable Persons clearance (less than 12 months old).
• COVID-19 vaccination and current Influenza vaccination is mandatory.
• Current driving license and willingness to drive for work purposes.

Desired employment requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to human rights and social justice
• Experience and skills relevant to advocating for people from disadvantaged or vulnerable groups. 
• A knowledge of the aged care system, including residential and home care services
• The ability to network and build relationships with a wide variety of different individuals and external stakeholders.
• The ability to deliver an effective verbal presentation to a variety of target audiences.
• Excellent communication, organisational, IT and administrative skills
• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised as well as in an effective team with a positive, can-do attitude.

If you would like further information on the role or to discuss your application, please contact Joanne Watts (Regional Team Leader) at 0455441803.

To lodge your expression of interest email: humanresources@agedrights.asn.au.

Only shortlisted applicants will be advised. Previous applicants need to reapply.