Senior Administration Officer - Identified (s25)

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU)

• Identified (s25): Position open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people only.

• This is a full-time continuing position with salary in the range $88,099- $94,512, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.

• Bring your dedication to the progression of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in education to join us in this role, operating within a dynamic environment and offering comprehensive experience in all aspects of Indigenous Higher Education.

• Work at our vibrant and conveniently located St Lucia campus

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.

About This Opportunity 

This Senior Administration Officer will offer advanced executive assistance and administrative support to the Professor of Indigenous Education, while also aiding other senior officers and staff within the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Unit (ATSISU). The role serves as a primary point of contact for matters concerning the portfolio.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Provide high-level administrative and executive support to the Professor of Indigenous Education, ensuring confidentiality and efficiency.

• Manage scheduling, appointments, and preparations for meetings, both on and off campus.

• Coordinate responses to correspondence and enquiries, working closely with relevant staff and offices.

• Assist with travel arrangements, financial administration, and HR support as needed.

• Undertake ad-hoc administrative duties and other duties as assigned by the Professor of Indigenous Education. This includes representation in Academic Administration Committees, managing timetabling, handling student extension requests for Academic Course Coordinators, and related duties.

• Drafting of correspondence, briefings, reports and materials as well as general research administration support ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet .

About You  

The University of Queensland considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991(Qld) and the filling of this position constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

You will be a highly motivated, experienced, and multi-talented Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Senior Administration Officer, and be able to demonstrate the following:

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in university administration.

• Proven high-level administrative skills supporting senior staff with responsibilities including organising meetings, general research, travel arrangements, correspondences, finance, and HR activities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and drafting various materials.

• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently or in a team, with discretion and adaptability.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.

• On campus childcare options, Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day), Salary packaging options.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section.  

• Resume 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tracey Bunda at [email protected] . For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

Applications close 24 April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-36866). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 7 May 2024.

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