Administrative Officer

Curtin University, Australia

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Job Type: FullTime

Reference: 1210008
Your new role

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about ensuring smooth operations? We're looking for a self-driven individual to join our team in the pivotal role of an Administrative Officer that provide support to a broad range of activities across the Faculty in the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor of Health Sciences at Curtin University.  

In the role you will (but are not limited to):

  • Establish and maintain efficient administrative processes and practices within the area.
  • Provide guidance to, and supervision of, other general administrative staff, as required.
  • Coordinate arrangements for meetings and, if relevant, manage the diaries and provide admin support to senior staff.
  • Provide administrative support to Committee meetings including distribution of Agenda, briefing paper, reports and other documents as required.
  • Undertake initial research, data gathering and collation of information to support work area activities.
  • Administer communications and correspondence for distribution to relevant internal and external stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
  • Provide event coordination and operation support for internal events including but not limited to sourcing and organising venues, catering, suppliers and promotional activities.
  • Coordinate matters relating to the physical resources and maintenance requirements of the area.
Selection Criteria
  • Completion of a diploma and considerable relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and education/training.
  • Demonstrated experience in and ability to coordinate the administrative requirements of a functional area.
  • Demonstrated advanced computer skills, particularly in the Microsoft suite of applications.
  • Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple and often competing tasks with attention to accuracy and detail within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in both oral and written communication with a well-developed cross cultural sensitivity and diplomacy.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to use discretion and knowledge to determine appropriate actions.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

    • If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you!


    About us

    We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

    We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.

    For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au


    Join us!

    Please provide a cover letter and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

    To view a copy of the Position Description, please copy and past the following link into your web browser.

    https://tinyurl.com/bderakpm

    Application close:Sunday, 28 July 2024, at 12:00 pm AWST

    Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.

    You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
    If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number.

    Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.


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