Administrative Officer - School of Indigenous Studies

Aboriginality is a requirement of this position under section 50D of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

• Support Indigenous education initiatives and contributing directly to the empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
• Full-time, permanent basis.
• Base salary range: $76,422– $84,705 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The professional services team of the School of Indigenous Studies is a small and dynamic unit providing administrative services to a wide variety of clients including the School Executive, students, internal and external stakeholders. The team is responsible for providing support to academic and professional staff in the administration of research, outreach, teaching and general operation of the School. The School of Indigenous Studies aspires to lead change for Aboriginal people, develop future leaders and demonstrate education leadership in Indigenous knowledge.

About the opportunity

Provide high level administrative support to a wide range of internal and external clients including the Director Student Services, students, academic staff and professional staff. You will have excellent communication skills, show initiative and understanding of and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and must support in building a culturally appropriate environment for students and staff.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency or relevant work experience
• Substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and email.

Note: Provision of a Current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Current Working with Children Check is required.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: Position description - Administrative Officer - (517467).pdf

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in the content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: Wednesday 10^th July 2024 at 11:55 PM AWST

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

Benefits

• Work from home and job-sharing options considered.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 12.5 days paid personal/carer’s leave with eligible staff receiving 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• Salary packaging options and 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 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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, 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 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 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.

If you have any questions about your application, you can reach out to the Talent team at [email protected]. For a prompt response, please include the 6-digit job reference number in your email, and a team member will address your inquiry.