Total 30 research officer job vacancies in macquarie park

Administration

• Ensure administration tasks are completed accurately, professionally and on time
• Manage and maintain school records and logistics, office documentation, and other tasks including the mail function including pick-ups, mail sorting, mailing and special deliveries, order and control supply of stationery and other office supplies in an orderly and systematic way
• Prepare letters, email communications, memos, reports and other documents as required
• Use established excel spreadsheets for managing data and information
• Prepare professional and high-quality presentations and other materials using PowerPoint/desktop publishing as required
• Support and or coordinate projects and ensure all stakeholders are communicated on progress of projects and their expectations are met
• Proof-read documents, reports, brochures and newsletters as required
• Actively provide feedback, contributes to and participates in cross-school administration initiatives to streamline and improve administration systems
• Perform other general administrative duties as required.

Customer Experience

• Ensure that first point of contact with all internal and external customers and visitors are welcomed, inducted and comply with site safety procedure (WHS) and Safeguarding requirements in a professional, positive and informative way
• Provide a welcoming and supportive customer experience for all stakeholders, including families, making sure they feel valued and welcomed when they arrive at school
• Clearly and effectively communicate with a variety of external stakeholders in writing, by phone/text/Zoom and in person.

Operational Matters

• Ensure the office equipment functions well and is maintained and serviced to meet business needs
• Allocated tasks are completed in a timely manner and proactively seeking to improve administrative and operational processes in collaboration with the Senior Clerical Officer
• Organise catering for special functions as required, including provision of kitchen supplies
• Ensure visitors to the school are verified and approved to be on the school site and are inducted in accordance Aspect procedures and guidelines i.e. WHS, safeguarding and evacuation procedures
• Site is maintained to comply with Aspect procedures and assist with organising site maintenance including raising work orders for contractors, scheduling work, organising site visits and providing information and feedback.

Financial administration and reporting

• Submit invoices and expenses for payment through Expense Manager / Prospend
• Prepare, reconcile and process accounts and credit card statements with appropriate receipts
• Support and provide information to staff regarding fortnightly staff payroll administration and ensure staff submit timesheets on time.

Information Systems

• Update and maintain information collated in school spreadsheets. Complete basic data manipulation tasks in Excel spreadsheets
• Update and maintain data in school database system. Generate reports to support the school and to comply with National Office processes as well as government reporting through attendance stats, census & NCCD etc.
• Assist staff with basic IT issues and support escalation to IT helpdesk where required in a timely and effective manner.

About ACC

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education Organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are 'well known, well loved, and well taught" by dedicated trained Christian staff. 

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries, with 14 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia. 

About ACC Marsden Park 

ACC Marsden Park is a K-12, co-educational, Christian School, located in the thriving North West corridor of Sydney, in a semi-rural setting which is experiencing sustained growth and is targeted for fast-tracked development. 

We currently have over 1300 students learning with us on-campus and over 700 students learning via our Distance Education program. We are actively growing and have a strategic plan in place for our exciting future. 

About our Culture

ACC Marsden Park has a College-Wide Teaching and Learning framework that is built around three "Signature Pedagogies". We prioritise Explicit Direct Instruction, Specific Targeted Feedback, and Thinking Through Writing as pedagogical approaches that develop deep learning.

Our pedagogical approach has been informed by Cognitive Load Theory and has been influenced by the thinking of Hollingsworth and Ybarra in "Explicit Direct Instruction," Lemov in "Teach Like a Champion," and Hochman and Wexler in "The Writing Revolution." We also draw inspiration from Michaela Community School in London.

Our staff are supported by an in-house pedagogical coaching team, and with an open professional learning culture where staff learn with and from each other by dropping-in to each other's classes, and by offering and receiving feedback. The College invests in creating a technology-infused educational ecosystem to support effective learning of students and teachers.

We are praying for the right people to come and join our team and encourage you to learn more about our College to see if you might be a good fit for our vision and culture. 

About the Role

We are seeking Administration Officers to commence as soon as possible to provide the following support within the Enrolments Team: 

• Respond to all new enrolment enquiries.
• Administratively support enrolments from Application to Commencement and onboard new students to Sentral. 
• Assist with the Withdrawal process. 
• Set up interviews and collaborative planning meetings for students with additional needs. 
• Maintain accurate and relevant data on incoming and withdrawing students. 
• Assist with events that support the enrolment process and market ACC to the wider community. 

About You

• Have an active Christian faith. 
• Have suitable qualifications and/or experience in administration.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Be able to receive feedback and be a team player with a can do attitude.
• Hold a current Employee Working With Children Check. 

• Work with a dedicated Christian team. 
• Be part of a faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer. 
• Grow in your faith, skills and experience. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Canteen & Cafe.
• On-Site Staff Parking.
• Salary Packaging available.

• Part-time 0.8FTE ongoing opportunity (Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri).
• Located at our Port Macquarie office + hybrid working arrangements (depending on business needs).
• Competitive salary + Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits.
• No on-call roster so at the end of the day you will be able to switch off and enjoy a work-life balance. 

We are looking for an administration professional to support the provision of services to Older Adults delivered throughout EACH's NSW footprint.
In this varied role your responsibilities will include:

• Using Carelink+ and working with our case managers across our Port Macquarie, Newcastle and Campbelltown areas, you will be empowered to make sure that service delivery is rostered optimally for our clients.  
• Rostering internal and external Support Workers to in-home care services for clients. 
• Bringing your highly developed people and relationship skills, decision making abilities and exceptional organisational methods to effectively support and liaise with support workers, brokered agencies and older people to meet their needs. 
• Using your previous reception experience you will have the ability to respond to a high volume of calls.

For more information, please find the Position Description here. Or alternatively if you’d like more information please contact Bec Bartlett (Support Services Team Lead) at [email protected] or on 0255729100.

About you
If you're experienced in rostering and contract administration, enjoy variety in your day, and working closely a multidisciplinary team, then you might be the teammate we’re looking for!

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous rostering experience across a 7-day roster.
• You will possess strong computer skills and ability to adapt to other IT systems (experience with CareLink will be highly regarded).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including sound negotiation, influencing and problem solving skills.
• An ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment will be critical in ensuring our clients are receiving a quality experience via our in-home service offerings for older adults across our Home Care and Short Term Restorative Care programs.

Join our dynamic People Support team as a People Support Officer in this 6 month fixed term opportunity. This is a hybrid opportunity, working 2-3 days a week at Sydney Olympic Park and the rest from home. You would be responsible for providing high level delivery of people support activities including administration, reporting, projects and support/advice to managers and employees on all aspects of human resources to the NRMA Group of businesses.

Your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Prepare and manage employee documents including: letters of offer, people letters/documents and all onboarding paperwork
• Review and check returned new starter documentation to ensure compliance
• Prepare position descriptions and contract templates
• Create, manage and resolve (internal and external) support tickets via People Support (JIRA)
• Support the letter production of annual group incentive and remuneration review cycles
• Provide policy advice and award interpretation
• Respond to general employee enquires
• Coaching and guiding staff on our (HRIS) system
• Support the implementation of change, initiatives, and strategies to support business objectives

What You’ll Bring 

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in People Administration
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Office 365 applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow up stakeholders
• High degree of organisation, time management and task prioritisation
• Strong customer service skills and understanding of ticketing systems
• High level of interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with a wide range of people
• Delivers outcomes in alignment with Company Values and Culture Playbook

Formal qualifications in Human Resources and a working knowledge of DayForce is preferred, but not essential.

What’s in it for you? 
At the NRMA we aren’t just about discounts (although you do get these). We know everyone leads unique lives, and it’s about those things that add up to make life both at work and outside of work   just right for you.  

• Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities 
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts. 
• Complimentary myNRMA membership including free Roadside Assistance & discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more 
• Discounts on all NRMA insurance products including car, home & travel 

Know you Belong  
At the NRMA we celebrate and welcome difference and work together to create an inclusive workplace where our people feel respected, heard, valued and connected. 
From First Nations peoples, to gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and embrace unique perspectives.  
While we continue to commit to an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace we are proud of our key achievements to date:    

• We made the 2022 AFR Boss Best Places to Work List  
• Recognised by Reconciliation Australia for our ‘Stretch’ Reconciliation Action Plan  
• Recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 2023-2025  
• Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace  
• Awarded 2023 Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Bronze Employer & 2022 AWEI Most Improved Employer 

If this sounds like what you have been looking for and you’re ready to really make a difference we are waiting to hear from you! 

Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. The NRMA is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Joining us in our Project and Resource Officer role, you will be the critical interface between Facility Management and project delivery teams; covering project handovers to be successful and not disrupt facility operation.

You will be responsible for ensuring all upcoming & live project works within a Facility are planned, implemented, and handed over with Operational considerations and approvals clearly captured and processed.

This role is a 12-month full time fixed term (Located in Macquarie Park)

In this role you’ll see yourself: 

• Proactively partnering with the Facility Management, Capital Works Development teams, Principal Contractor, and sub-contractors to define interface requirements, timeframes, notification periods and other relevant co-ordination aspects. 
• Co-ordinating access and site inductions, reviewing contractor presented documentation, isolation management, pre-start meetings and oversight of works. 
• Assisting with testing and commissioning activities as a Facility Subject Matter Expert (SME), managing operational risks associated with operational equipment and services. 
• Managing the handover of new equipment, ensuring a smooth transition, including all relevant documentation, training, commissioning, and other handover requirements are executed. 
• Managing defect identification and closure process rectification within the project, prior to handover to ensure facility quality standards are met. 
• Ensuring project delivery teams adhere to Facility Management processes.

To provide administrative support to our team of consultants and quality assurance officers to process dictation, type and finalise medicolegal reports, formulate WorkCover forms, maintain files, ensure consultation notes are uploaded to our system, and other general administrative tasks.

To ensure the accuracy and quality of reports produced by Next Health consultants in a timely manner.

To deliver a range of high quality, customer-focused business administration support and duties for the provision of independent medical assessment and advice to Next Health team members, consultants, customers, clients and visitors.

• Establish and maintain effective and robust relationships with all Next Health consultants, team members and customers to ensure the delivery of excellence in quality and service.
• Download dictation from consultant dictaphones and process files and paperwork after consultations.
• Upload dictation for typing, adhering to turnaround times and consultant preferences.
• Type medicolegal reports using transcription software.
• Finalise reports from electronic versions or paper drafts.
• Formulate WorkCover AMS forms to accompany reports.
• Process files from consultations and out-of-office doctors and uploading consultation notes.
• Support the General Manager, Operations Manager and Report Production and Quality Team Leader in the induction and training of new team members.
• Where required, escalate to the Report Production and Quality Team Leader of customer and consultant matters that require intervention.
• Establish and maintain effective and robust relationships with all medical consultants, customers and team members to ensure the delivery of excellence in quality and service.
• Provide training and development support to new and existing team members and to consultants when required.
• Actively identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Maintain a customer focus at all times and a commitment to deliver service excellence.
• Function as an effective, positive team member.
• Maintain active knowledge of work health and safety practices and procedures.
• Adhere to all policy and procedures.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.
• Undertake project work as determined by the business.

We don’t just talk, we listen. At Jaybro Group, you don’t just find supplies, you find people. Real people. We go beyond simply supplying essential products and services. We foster a culture of care and responsibility that impacts everyone we touch. We’re more than just a service provider. We’re here for you every step of the way. Harness the power and expertise of 7 brands and suppliers in one marketplace — all united in empowering lives and connecting communities.

With over 25 years of experience, we're Australia and New Zealand’s leading supplier of key infrastructure products and services across safety, hardware, fencing, civil consumables, geosynthetics, underground utilities, and more.

We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to join our Arndell Park Team. The Accounts Payable Officer will be responsible for providing excellent customer service to suppliers, ownership of accounts payable suppliers ledger, resolving accounts payable queries, setting up payments to suppliers with subsequent allocations completed & remittances sent.

Responsibilities

·         Maintaining healthy supplier relationships

·         Accounts payables queries attended and resolved via telephone and mailbox.

·         Set up new supplier account.

·         Process invoices into the accounts payable system; ensuring accurate processing within deadlines.

·         Resolve invoice discrepancies and issues to ensure prompt payments

·         Perform Statement of accounts Reconciliations monthly

·         Management of Accounts Payable Mailbox

·         Ensuring supplier ledgers are up to date with no discrepancies

·         Payment runs setup and allocations of accounts paid

·         Provide remittances to suppliers on a timely manner

·         Assist with month end closing

·         Complete credit application forms

·         Verify and process employee expense claims and manage the approval and payment process

·         Perform all other duties as assigned and required by Accounts Payable Manager

·         Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related discipline

·         Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Officer for over 3 years

·         Intermediate level - Excel and Microsoft Office

·         Proficient user of finance software

·         High level of accuracy coupled with strong work ethic

·         Strong organisational ability to multi-task and prioritise daily tasks

·         Excellent attention to detail as dealing with supplier accounts and invoices

·         Exceptional communication skills to liaise with all people at all levels (both internal and external)

·         Has experience working in a fast paced environment

·         MYOB/PRONTO experience desirable

• Great company culture & high employee engagement where all employees have a Stake in the Outcome.
• Training & development opportunities
• Positive and inclusive work environment

Jaybro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To coordinate and deliver a range of high quality, customer-focused business administration support and duties for the provision of independent medical assessment and advice to Next Health team members, consultants, customers, clients and visitors.

• Manage the telephone switchboard and respond to any incoming calls enquiries to the office, and where necessary forward to the appropriate team member for resolution.
• Manage all incoming email correspondence from the Next Health inbox.
• Greet, welcome and check in visitors to the office (inclusive of Next Health staff, specialist consultants, patients, other external visitors).
• Book assessments and appointments in, provide and ensure completion of prescribed paperwork prior to the scheduled consultation; communicate relevant information to ensure the comfort of visitors as necessary.
• Respond to scheduling requirements and changes as necessary to maximise the booking rate of available consultant appointments:
  • Notify consultants of any last-minute changes to the appointment schedule.
• Liaise with other team members, customers, clients and external agencies to ensure the timely compilation and provision of assessment information, records, diagnostic material and any other required reference documentation, to enable the assigned consultant to complete the required medical evaluation. 
• Undertake accurate maintenance and filing of files and records, in accordance with designated Next Health standards.
• Deposit banking.
• Undertake the receipt, sorting, distribution and dispatch of mail and coordinate courier deliveries as necessary.
• Process billable cancellations.
• Chaperone as required.
• Manage shredding bin requirements
• Establish and maintain effective and robust relationships with all medical consultants, customers and team members to ensure the delivery of excellence in quality and service.
• Provide training and development support to new and existing team members and to consultants when required.
• Actively identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain a customer focus at all times and a commitment to deliver service excellence.
• Function as an effective, positive team member.
• Maintain active knowledge of work health and safety practices and procedures.
• Adhere to all policy and procedures.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.
• Undertake project work as determined by the business.

Revenue & Billing Officer (H&C)

• Based in Macquarie Park, short walk from Metro Station + WFH Options
• 7 Additional leave days per year + NFP Salary Packaging + Fitness Passport
• Leading Aged Care provider. Growth Industry, great team! 

Catholic Healthcare is growing! We have 5000+ employees and a new opportunity for an experienced Revenue & Billing Officer with exceptional communication and customer service skills, to join our large finance team at our Corporate Head Office.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the revenue for our business unit through financial administration processes. Your primary focus will be on Medicare payment reconciliation, end of month billing as well as maintenance or clients’ accounts.

Your proactive approach, high attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders will aid your success in this busy position.

Your days will include;

• Completing monthly billing for clients, brokerage agencies and direct debits
• Reviewing and lodging monthly Medicare claims and CW unspent Funds
• Processing client movements including admission, discharge and leave
• Processing refunds and exit payments in accordance with the established procedures, Government guidelines and timeframes
• Reconciling Medicare payment statements and adjusting any variations
• Generate brokerage statements and prepare unspent balance calculations
• Monitor and respond to Shared Mailbox
• Promptly and accurately managing the day-to-day accounts

To be successful for the role, you will have:

• Experience in a similar position within Aged Care (highly desirable)
• Accounting Qualification or similar (desirable)
• Proven experience using software systems and online portals including Procura, Axapta, Medicare Online Claiming
• Excellent customer service, communication skills and problem solving skills
• Positive “can do” approach
• Ability to provide evidence of Covid19 Immunisation

Catholic Healthcare is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential aged care, home and community services and retirement living across NSW and SE QLD. Together, our team of more than 5,000 people are dedicated to our Mission to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. Our values of compassion, courage & integrity are at the heart of everything we do.

Please note that pre-employment checks (including Police) will be completed for all preferred candidates before an Offer is made.

Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we're looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we'll be in touch.

Position Details

• Continuing | Full-Time

• Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $77,686- $85,736p.a.

• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

• View Position Description

About the Student Administration Services

Student Administration Services (SAS) provides support across the student and teaching lifecycles, from enrolments to graduation. Defined by two interconnected levels of service: the College SAS teams and the University-wide SAS teams, work collaboratively to deliver simple, timely, efficient, and innovative student administration services and advice to both students and staff.

About the Role

The Student Administration Services team is growing in the world of Exams, Achievement and Graduations, and has a brand-new opening for a dynamic Administration Officer: Exams, Achievement and Graduations.

This exciting opportunity will contribute to the planning and delivery of student-centred support services across the student lifecycle, from enrolments through to graduations.  You will be responsible for the administration and support of a range of enrolment, assessment and graduation services across the University, and will assist with event management and operational support of examination and graduation events.

In collaboration with a supportive team, you will be responsible for:

• Responding to a wide range of routine to complex queries from stakeholders (including students, parents, University staff and external organisations) and provide high quality customer support and advice on policy and operational matters relating to student administration support services.

• Coordinating and/or assisting with the university wide administration of a range of complex activities relating to student administration services, including but not limited to:

• results entry, assessment, and examination support;

• prizes and awards processes;

• completions, degree conferral and graduations support (including the coordination and provision of transcript and testamur services for ceremonies and Absentia conferrals); and

• assisting with the set-up of venues and running of University examination and graduation events.

About You

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and self-motivated individual, with the ability to use their own initiative and judgment to solve problems and meet critical deadlines, especially during peak times.  The Administration Officer will hit the ground running and demonstrate the ability to foster positive relationships and provide high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

As the Administration Officer: Exams, Achievement and Graduations, you will also demonstrate:

• Completion of a degree or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Experience in assisting with the organisation of large-scale events.

• The ability to communicate in a professional manner with students and staff at all levels across a range of channels, e.g. face to face, telephone, email, social media.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options

• Flexible working arrangements

• Wide range of professional development activities and services

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff

• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.

• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy 

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.

• For more information regarding this position, please contact Shanelle Galea

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Certification

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Flinders. Fearless.

• Part-time 0.8FTE ongoing opportunity. Mandatory days will be Mon, Tues & Fri with the 4th day being flexible.
• Located at our Port Macquarie office + hybrid working arrangements (depending on business needs).
• Competitive salary + Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits.
• No on-call roster so at the end of the day you will be able to switch off and enjoy a work-life balance. 

We are looking for an administration professional to support the provision of services to Older Adults delivered throughout EACH's NSW footprint.
In this varied role your responsibilities will include:

• Using Carelink+ and working with our case managers across our Port Macquarie, Newcastle and Campbelltown areas, you will be empowered to make sure that service delivery is rostered optimally for our clients.  
• Rostering internal and external Support Workers to in-home care services for clients. 
• Bringing your highly developed people and relationship skills, decision making abilities and exceptional organisational methods to effectively support and liaise with support workers, brokered agencies and older people to meet their needs. 
• Using your previous reception experience you will have the ability to respond to a high volume of calls.

For more information, please find the Position Description here. Or alternatively if you’d like more information please contact Bec Bartlett (Support Services Team Lead) at [email protected] or on 0255729100.

About you
If you're experienced in rostering and contract administration, enjoy variety in your day, and working closely a multidisciplinary team, then you might be the teammate we’re looking for!

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous rostering experience across a 7-day roster.
• You will possess strong computer skills and ability to adapt to other IT systems (experience with CareLink will be highly regarded).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including sound negotiation, influencing and problem solving skills.
• An ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment will be critical in ensuring our clients are receiving a quality experience via our in-home service offerings for older adults across our Home Care and Short Term Restorative Care programs.

JR0000010217

• Continuing | Full-Time

• Location: Bedford Park/Kaurna Country

• View Position Description 

About Flinders University

Flinders University was founded in an era of profound social, political, and technological change when longstanding conventions were being challenged by a new generation of ambitious young thinkers. A product of these times, we have always been ready to go beyond the familiar and forge new ways forward.

 
About the Role 

Are you ready to elevate your career and be the driving force behind the success of the Vice-Chancellor and Office of the vice-Chancellor? We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual for the role of Senior Portfolio Support Officer and Executive Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor.

As the heartbeat of the Vice-Chancellor’s administrative operations, you will take on the exciting challenge of coordinating a diverse range of complex tasks and functions on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations and efficiency within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor.

Key responsibilities include:

• Masterfully manage a spectrum of administrative and organizational tasks, showcasing your ability to juggle responsibilities with finesse and attention to detail.

• Dive into the world of complex matters, conducting research and providing valuable advice and information that will help shape the future of our institution.

• Take charge of the correspondence flow, crafting impeccable draft responses, background materials, notes, and presentations that reflect the excellence of our institution.

• Showcase your prowess in email and calendar management, ensuring the Vice-Chancellor’s schedule is well-orchestrated.

• Sharpen your editing skills as you prepare, edit, and distribute professional-standard written material, including correspondence, reports, and presentations.

• Be the go-to expert for staff meetings, committees, and working parties. From scheduling to managing diaries, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and executing follow up tasks, you will be the backbone of executive support.

About You 

Bring your commitment to excellence and exceptional attention to detail to the forefront in this important role. As our ideal candidate, you possess the ability to collate, analyse information from various sources, ensuring high-quality outcomes that dive success. 

Some of the key position capabilities of the role include:

• Well-developed written communication skills, creating polished correspondence, agendas, minutes, briefs, and other documents.

• Strong, effective, and diplomatic interpersonal and oral communication skills, engaging seamlessly with staff at all levels.

• Administrative virtuoso and experience in providing high-level administrative services, exercising judgement, initiative, and confidentiality to support the Vice-Chancellor and senior management.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities, working autonomously to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with finesse.

The ideal candidate will possess a relevant tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education and/or training.

Life at Flinders 

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. 

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options 

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Wide range of professional development activities and services 

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff 

• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). 

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment 

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. 

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. 

• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy  

How to Apply and Information 

• In addition to uploading your CV, please submit a cover letter elaborating on your previous experiences in a similar role.

• For more information regarding this position, please contact Louise Mathwin.

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  

Certification

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Flinders. Fearless.