Administrative Assistant

2 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia University of Newcastle Full time
Full time 12-month fixed-term opportunity based at our Callaghan Campus

  • Higher Education Worker Level 4 + 17% superannuation
  • Provide high level administrative support to the School of Information and Physical Sciences

Be challenged and imagine with us:

As the Administrative Assistant you will be responsible for providing high level administrative support to the School of Information and Physical Sciences and its academic staff.


In this role you will:

  • Assist with the organisation of meetings and preparation of agendas and minutes
  • Efficiently respond to a broad range of enquiries and requests from staff and students
  • Provide support for courses and programs including assistance with admissions and enrolment


This 12-month fixed term position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).


How will you inspire us?:

You will have:

  • Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Demonstrated administration experience including the ability to interact with a diverse range of people
  • High level of attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work to competing deadlines


We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.


About our University:

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence.

Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe.

Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.


The College of Engineering, Science and Environment (CESE) brings together expertise in engineering, environment and the sciences to deliver life ready graduates and transformative solutions to our region and world.

The College strives for excellence, innovation, and equity in all its areas.

What we offer:

The remuneration for this position is from $65, % superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.


For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please visit here.


Your next steps:

  • Your resume
  • A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below
  • Welldeveloped written and verbal communication skills together with a proven ability to positively interact with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Welldeveloped problemsolving skills, exceptional attention to detail, high level organisational skills with the ability to meet competing deadlines.
  • Demonstrated experience in taking ownership and driving innovation, process improvement and contributing to overall corporate operations.

Please upload your Cover Letter and
response to the requested Criteria as one
PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).


For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).


Closing date:
Monday 27 March 2023 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you
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