Administrative Officer (Secretariat)

Administrative Officer (Secretariat)

Job no: 518578

Work type: full time

Location: Crawley

Categories: Administration & Executive support

Benefits:

• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

About the area:

The University Secretariat oversees UWA's corporate and academic governance structures, providing executive, advisory, and consultative services to the Senate, its standing committees, and senior leadership. The Secretariat ensures that governance decision-making aligns with University legislation, policies, and procedures, supporting the University’s strategic objectives.

About the opportunity:

• Provide confidential, high-level administrative support to senior staff within the University Secretariat and key stakeholders.
• Assist in the development, updating, and implementation of operational policies, procedures, and processes to enhance efficiency.
• Contribute to the coordination of Senate and Academic Board elections, updates to governance systems, and the continuous improvement of Secretariat operations.

About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, formal administrative qualifications or demonstrable equivalent experience in high-level administrative roles.
• Substantial relevant high-level administrative experience providing executive officer or committee support, ideally within a university or large organisation.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, initiative and the ability to set and manage competing priorities in a high-pressure environment.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with board management software (e.g., Diligent Boards) is desirable.

Position description: Administrative Officer (Secretariat) (518578).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact: university-secretary@uwa.edu.au

How to apply:

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 27 October 2024.

Note: Interviews are currently planned for the afternoon of Wednesday, 30 October 2024.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University:

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity:

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

For queries, contact: talent-hr@uwa.edu.au, including the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.

Advertised: 15 Oct 2024 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 27 Oct 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time