• Position    : Permanent - Full Time 
• Location   : Preston VIC 3072
• Salary      : $68,334 - $74,558 based on level of experience, plus super

The Organisation

The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) are an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation’s visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.

Our strength lies with our people.

About the role

As the welcoming face of VACCA, you’ll create a safe and friendly space for everyone who walks through our doors. This role is all about connection – greeting clients and visitors with respect, supporting our staff, and helping the office run smoothly. You’ll keep the front desk organised, assist with admin tasks, and make sure every interaction reflects our commitment to culture, care, and community.

About You

You’re someone who loves creating a warm and welcoming space for our community. You’ll be the first friendly voice and face people meet, making sure every interaction is respectful and culturally safe. From answering calls and passing on messages promptly to keeping the reception area neat and organised, you help things run smoothly. You’ll handle mail, support with admin tasks like filing and photocopying, and keep everything flowing so our staff can focus on what matters most – supporting families and culture.

• Requirements: Valid Police Check, a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. Current COVID-19 vaccination (Strongly Recommended).

What we can offer you

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
• The support of regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities 
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• 17.5%  loading on annual leave
• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel 
• Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs 
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program 

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.

We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying.

Please click here  Receptionist_Position Description 2025.pdf to download the position description for this role. 

Application closes by Friday 9 January 2026

We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity, honouring all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.

VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.

VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy