Senior Administrative Officer

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Student Services

• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hour week)
• Duration: Fixed term contract to end Dec 2026
• Remuneration: From $106K + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)

About UNSW:

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. 

Why Your Role Matters:

As the Senior Administrative Officer, Graduations & Prizes you will take an active role and focus on undertaking and managing a range of processes, related to the conferral of awards and the planning and execution of graduation ceremonies.

You will have a broad range of knowledge and expertise across all matters relating to graduation and student records and will be expected to provide expert advice and support, manage complex issues relating to the management of student records and conferral of awards, undertake processing and projects where required, and assist with the supervision of 4 Administrative Officers when required.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experiencedSeniorAdministrator, confident in their skills in planning, problem solving and time management.  They will be well organised, but also agile, able to manage competing priorities with ease.  Our ideal candidate is passionate about higher education and is excited to work on graduation ceremonies!

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, influence and guide staff.
• Highly advanced interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to plan, organise and co-ordinate projects and tasks.
• Proven ability in interpreting and applying policy and procedures.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before the 15th  February at 11:55pm. Your application should include your CV and a Cover Letter outlining your suitability.  A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Kim Symons: Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:05 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:15 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time