Institute Administrative Officer (HEO 4)

• Based in the Future Industries Institute at the Mawson Lakes campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract until 1 September 2023
• Commencement Salary: $65,766 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

This position is responsible for undertaking a broad range of administrative activities to support the Institute’s research and consultancy projects.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

The Future Industries Institute brings together world-class strength in high-tech manufacturing, nanomedicine, minerals and resource engineering plus environmental science, with the end goal of building economic growth through innovative partnerships and translational research. The Institute builds on the significant capability, infrastructure and reputation of the University’s existing research strengths and substantial research infrastructure and supports state and national research priorities.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide advice to key stakeholders on matters relating to the interpretation and application of the University’s research administration policies and procedures
• Undertake a broad range of administrative activities to support researchers in managing their research and consultancy projects
• Use the University’s information systems to access, retrieve and interpret data to generate reports for key internal and external stakeholders and respond to staff queries
• Provide administrative support to the Director: FII, Manager: FII, Team Leader: FII and other staff within the Institute including preparing presentations, arranging couriers and car bookings, preparation and distribution of agendas and minutes for meetings, mail outs, mail distribution, stationery supplies and resource maintenance
• Act as the first point of contact for incoming enquiries to the Institute from within and external to the University, including email, telephone and in person. Prioritise action and respond to enquiries, as appropriate

• Post-secondary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent skills, knowledge and experience
• Demonstrated previous experience working in an administrative role in a team based service environment
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills including experience in writing briefings, reports and correspondence, and ability to liaise with people at all levels both internal and external to the organisation
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities under broad direction
• Research and analytical skills and experience in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Employee assistance and development programs
• Staff study support
• Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on-site gym membership

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA . The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Emma Kelvin, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 0482 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 4170.

Applications close: 11.30pm Tuesday 14 June 2022

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

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