FaBA Senior Business Administration Officer

Overview

FaBA Senior Business Administration Officer. The role is part of the FaBA Executive team at The University of Queensland. This full-time, fixed-term position is through to March 2027 at HEW Level 6. Base salary will be in the range $93,491 – $100,296 plus 17% Superannuation. Based at the St Lucia campus.

The University of Queensland-led FaBA is a $160 million+ initiative funded by the Australian Government's Trailblazer program, with support from QUT, UniSQ, CSIRO, and over 30 industry partners. FaBA aims to double the value of Australia's food and beverage manufacturing sector by 2030 through smart production, innovative ingredients, and new product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing expert administrative support to the FaBA Executive, including diary management, SOPs, and reporting systems.
• Coordinating FaBA committees and supporting governance activities.
• Facilitating internal and external communications, maintaining the FaBA website, and supporting events.
• Leading and coordinating projects within the FaBA Directorate.
• Managing financial administration and travel arrangements.

About FaBA

The University of Queensland-led FaBA is a $160 million+ initiative funded by the Australian Government's Trailblazer program, with support from QUT, UniSQ, CSIRO, and over 30 industry partners. FaBA aims to double the value of Australia's food and beverage manufacturing sector by 2030 through smart production, innovative ingredients, and new product development.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you'll work alongside brilliant minds from around the world in an environment that values collaboration, excellence, and diversity. UQ is a top-50 global university with vibrant campuses, world-class facilities, and a shared vision to create lasting change.

Benefits

• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid options
• Health and wellness discounts
• On-campus childcare and affordable parking
• Salary packaging options

About You

You'll be a highly organised and motivated professional with:

• A degree with relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience supporting senior staff and governance committees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; knowledge of Smartsheet is a plus.
• Familiarity with eDM platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) and website editing (Drupal, Wordpress).
• Strong project management and problem-solving capabilities.

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Susan O'Brien at sue.obrien@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We Welcome Applications From All Individuals And Are Committed To An Inclusive And Accessible Recruitment Process. To Be Considered, Please Ensure You Upload

• Your resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 8 September at 11.00pm AEST (R-55019).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative and Education

Industries

• Higher Education

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