Administration Officer
Support the day-to-day operation of an organisation by performing administrative tasks.
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- What's it like to be an Administration Officer?
- How to become an Administration Officer
- Latest Administration Officer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Administration Officers
- Is Administration Officer the right role for you?
- Administration Officer role reviews
What's it like to be an Administration Officer?
Administration Officers provide essential support to organisations and are responsible for administrative tasks ranging from facilitating meeting invitations to regular reporting.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Managing office supplies stock and placing orders.
- Preparing regular reports on expenses and office budgets.
- Maintaining and updating company databases.
- Organising and maintaining filing systems, managing document control.
- Answering queries by employees and clients.
- Updating office policies and communicating them to the wider team.
- Maintaining individual, team and company calendars and scheduling appointments.
- Preparing and formatting documents, reports and presentations.
- Managing office supplies, negotiating prices and placing orders.
- Preparing regular financial and administrative reports.
- Booking meeting rooms, printing and photocopying.
How to become an Administration Officer
You don’t need any formal qualifications to become an Administration Officer. However, a tertiary qualification may improve your business skills and increase your job prospects.
- 1.Consider completing a Certificate III in Business (Administration) (BSB30120), Certificate IV in Business (Administration) (BSB40120) or a Certificate IV in Business (BSB40120) through a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
- 2.Alternatively, complete a higher qualification such as a Diploma of Business (Operations) (BSB50120) or Bachelor of Business Administration.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Administration Officer employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Administrative Support
Data Entry
Reception
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Administration
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Customer Service
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Latest Administration Officer reviews
4.0Jun 2025
Rewarding and fast-paced, offering the opportunity to support teams, streamline processes, and keep daily operations running smoothly behind the scenes.
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Project Management
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationGovernment & Defence
The good thingsThe role sits at the heart of many organisations, and no two days are the same. You're often the go-to person for coordinating internal processes, managing communication, supporting teams, and ensurin...
The challengesWhile I genuinely enjoy the variety and responsibility that comes with being an Administration Officer, one of the more challenging aspects can be the repetitive or reactive nature of some tasks, part...
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4.0Nov 2024
While the job can be challenging due to the multitasking, repetitive tasks, and pressure of deadlines, it can also be highly rewarding for those who enjoy organizing, problem-solving, and helping others succeed.
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate II in Workplace Skills
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationAdministration & Office Support
The good thingsVariety of Tasks: As an admin assistant, no two days are exactly the same. You’ll likely find yourself juggling multiple tasks, from scheduling meetings and managing correspondence to organizing offic...
The challengesHigh Demand for Multitasking: One of the most significant challenges is the need to juggle many tasks at once. You may be expected to handle urgent tasks while still managing regular, ongoing duties. ...
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