Administration Officer

2 weeks ago


Perth, Western Australia Curtin University of Technology Full time
  • Work amongst a great team within an inspiring environment
Job Reference:1218020

Governance Services

This position contributes to the corporate and academic governance of the University by providing comprehensive, confidential administrative support to the Director, University Governance Services and Council Secretary and their team. The position ensures the seamless continuity of operations across the Governance Services office.

Your new role

Are you a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with a track record for providing top-tier administrative and executive support to key stakeholders? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic governance services team as an Administrative Officer.

In this position, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating administrative and operational tasks to support effective governance services.

As the Administrative Officer, you will be responsible for:
  • Developing and implementing administrative processes to support governance.
  • Managing governance services shared emails and allocating tasks to appropriate members of the team.
  • Screening and managing incoming phone calls, emails, mail, and visitors, promptly resolving, or redirecting information requests as necessary.
  • Engaging proactively with crucial internal and external stakeholders, spanning Executive Managers, executive assistants, industry leaders, and government representatives and their offices.
  • Offering extensive administrative assistance through the drafting of correspondence, presentations, reports, briefing papers, meeting arrangements, agendas, and other relevant documents.
  • Facilitating travel arrangements and itineraries, adhering to travel procedures.
  • Managing, prioritising, and scheduling appointments for governance services to optimise time and productivity in a dynamic work environment.
  • Handling confidential information with discretion.
We are looking for someone with:
  • Experience in delivering advanced administrative support; or an equivalent experience and/or education/training.
  • Proven capacity to adeptly coordinate and oversee a diverse range of commitments, maximising time management to achieve optimal output, using an electronic diary system.
  • High level technological competency with prior experience in formatting and drafting documents using Word and Excel, as well as navigating through SharePoint, Webex and /or Teams.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in both oral and written communication with a well-developed cross-cultural sensitivity and diplomacy; and a proven ability to research and summarise information.
  • Demonstrated commitment to upholding confidentiality and integrity across all operational spheres.
About us

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For more information about our university, please

Join us

To apply, please provide your CV and a cover letter to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

To view a copy of the Position Description, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser.

Applications close:5PM AWST Tuesday 11 June 2024

What we offer
  • Global Excellence:Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
  • Adaptable Work Environment:While our primary office is located at our Bentley Campus, we understand the importance of flexibility in today's work environment. Hybrid working arrangements are provided in accordance with business needs.
  • Salary Packaging:Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise.
  • Competitive Leave Entitlements:Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days), Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
  • Career and Development Opportunities:In line with our2030 Strategic Plan,Curtin is committed to providing an inspiring, rewarding, and meaningful experience for our staff -empowering them to lead, innovate and strive for excellence. We provide staff with career and development opportunities, including access to various online and in-person training and info-sessions.
  • Health and Wellness:Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin's wellbeing locations at
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.

If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on option 3,1).

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
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