Administration Officer (Identified s25)Apply locations Toowong time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-43568
UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
Full-time, fixed-term position through to May 2027
Position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only (Identified s25) Base salary will be in the range $80,523 - $89,505 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Based at our Toowong office
About This OpportunityOur friendly team are seeking an experienced, motivated and organised Administration Officer to support operations at the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health.
You will perform a wide range of administrative processes to support the team and assist with diary management of the Centre Director.
With an experienced operations team, you will have a well-equipped support network to help you get up to speed on our processes and procedures.
Key responsibilities will include:
Office coordination, diary management, and inbox monitoring for the Centre Director
Managing calendars, meeting logistics, and document preparation
Drafting and processing office correspondence
Managing financials (e.g.
reimbursements and expenses)
Providing administrative support for committees and meetings
Travel coordination (scheduling and booking)
Organising office purchases
Supporting routine and special events
At UQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are supported to fill their cultural responsibilities, with access to 8 additional days (pro-rata) of paid Cultural Leave annually.
Indigenous employees are encouraged to access the UQ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network with a variety of significant events held throughout the year.
About YouThe 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.
If you feel that you meet some, but not all of the below criteria, we encourage you to reach out for a confidential discussion about your skills and experience: A degree or diploma with subsequent relevant experience or secretarial administrative experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education training.
Demonstrated ability to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
Demonstrated skills in providing a high level of customer service, including effective interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated high level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
Effective organisational, time management and problem-solving skills.
Experience working as a team member in a busy environment.
Working knowledge of University administrative systems, policies and procedures or the capacity to rapidly acquire this knowledge.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.
Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Questions?For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sharon Hiserman, Centre Manager, at ******.
For application queries, please contact ****** stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
Resume
Other InformationUQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.
Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential.
The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community.
We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.
Reach out to ****** for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Monday 27th January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-43568). Welcome to the University of Queensland (UQ) Careers Page!Acknowledgment of Country:The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated.
We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country.
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