Senior Administration Officer

• Full time, 2-year fixed term role providing executive support
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Base Salary of $91,644 - $98,796 + 17% Super + Leave Loading

About the opportunity

As the Senior Administration Officer, you will provide a full suite of professional executive support services to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Strategy and Services (DVC ISS), Professor Lisa Jackson Pulver AM and across the ISS Executive team.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• report to the Project Manager (Executive Office), and collaborate with Senior Administration Officers
• manage the DVC ISS's diary, draft and review correspondence, and format reports and other documentation
• manage complex and, often urgent, travel arrangements for the DVC ISS
• manage financial processes for the DVC ISS including procurement and invoicing
• build and manage effective working rapport with key stakeholders and staff across the portfolio and the University

About you

• experience supporting an executive-level employee in a tertiary or government organisation
• advanced computer skills, with extensive executive diary management experience
• excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, relationship building and influencing skills
• excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
• ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative & exercising sound judgement
• excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in handling a wide range of enquiries

Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application please contact Nicole Cunningham, Recruitment Operations on 0449973799 or via email [email protected]

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Applications Close

Monday 25 July 2022 11:59 PM