Administrative Officer

• Play a role in assisting International students in a busy English Language Centre by providing a high level of administrative and secretarial support to the Director and Director of Studies
• Level 5, full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months
• Base salary range: $76,422 – $84,705 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation

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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The Centre for English Language Teaching (UWA CELT) works to enhance recognition of UWA internationally by providing high quality intensive English language programs, International Study Tours and allied services, including language testing services. It contributes to UWA’s priorities and operations through its expertise in the teaching, learning and testing of the English language and through its international promotional activities. UWA CELT is a part of the office of Pro-Vice Chancellor (Global Engagement) and has key a role in supporting and furthering the University’s international strategies.

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will, under general direction, provide a high level of administrative and secretarial support to the Director and Director of Studies, particularly in managing compliance and pathway student progress. You will also take on a range of special project tasks that support the operations of the Centre.

About you

You will enjoy finding administrative solutions to challenges, are detail oriented and want to support and improve efficiencies for the Director of Studies.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary or post-secondary secondary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant administrative and secretarial experience at an appropriate level.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, email and basic publishing related software.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise and work with a range of people at different levels and from different cultural and language backgrounds.
• Relevant experience working in an ELICOS environment, and an understanding of the requirements of the industry is desirable.
• Ability to speak another language, common to the ELICOS sector, at an advanced level is desirable.

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: Administrative Officer 517074.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 8 May 2024

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Anne-marie Wright at [email protected]

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

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.