Travel Administrator (HEO 4)

• Based in the Finance Unit at the City West campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $67,739 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role  

The Travel Administrator is responsible for coordinating domestic and international travel and associated activity for all staff, students and visitors travelling on behalf of the University.  

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 Finance Unit is the central business unit which provides financial services to the University and is part of the Resources Portfolio led by the Chief Operating Officer. The Unit is committed to implementing effective financial and commercial practices to support the University’s needs. Achieving this will require the transformation of the finance function to be business partners to support the University to thrive in a competitive and rapidly evolving global environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate all approved domestic and international travel arrangements for staff, students and visitors within the University 
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and the University’s travel guidelines and procedures 
• Work independently to provide advice to key stakeholders in relation to the University’s travel guidelines, and procedures  
• Act as the first point of contact for staff, students and visitors who are travelling and make appropriate decisions to assist in the resolution of issues that arise
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and coordinate the administration process of all aspects of travel 
• Contribute to an ongoing team culture of customer service, and to the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives pertaining to travel and associated activity in the University

Essential Skills and Experience

• Post-secondary qualifications in a relevant discipline and demonstrated equivalent skills, knowledge and experience 
• Demonstrated experience working in a travel agency with a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a retail and/or corporate environment with complex international itineraries 
• Demonstrated high level organisation and time management skills together with demonstrated resourcefulness and initiative in managing multiple priorities, often with competing deadlines 
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting and applying policy and procedures in a complex environment 
• High level written and verbal communication skills including preparation of written materials, and experience in the delivery of quality customer service

Benefits  

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% 
• Flexible working conditions  
• Employee assistance and development programs  
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

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 Kiara Lalli, Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 4696. 

Applications close: 11.30pm Sunday 27 November 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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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

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

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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