▷ [Apply Now] Coordinator, Centre Support

1 day ago


Melbourne, Australia Deakin University Full time

Overview

Apply now Job no: 576713. Work type: Full-time. Location: Melbourne - Burwood. Categories: Administration.

- Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
- Full-time and fixed-term until 30 June 2026

About the role

As a Centre Support Coordinator, you will:

- Coordinate and support the operationsof Faculty Research Centres and Units by working collaboratively with centre leaders to deliver high-level administrative and operational support that enables the achievement of strategic priorities and goals.
- Implement centre communication strategies by supporting internal and external communications, including developing and distributing content aligned with each Centre’s objectives and Deakin’s broader research narrative.
- Track progress towards strategic goals by monitoring project milestones and activities to ensure alignment with Faculty and University research priorities.
- Enhance the visibility of research activities by promoting outcomes and initiatives through communications, events, digital platforms, and other strategic engagement channels.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration by liaising with teams across Faculty Services, Faculties, and University departments to ensure coordinated delivery of administrative, logistical, and operational support.
- Coordinate centre-led events and engagement activities, including workshops, seminars, and networking functions, by planning and delivering events in collaboration with Faculty and University support teams to ensure professional execution.

Qualifications and experience

- A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
- Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields
- Extensive experience and management expertise in relevant administrative fields; or
- An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
- Experience in project management and/or administration in large complex organisations.
- Experience managing stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.

How to apply

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Stef Johnson (Strategic Adviser, Research and Innovation) via s.johnstone@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

Applications for this position close on Monday 6 th October

Additional information

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community. We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Advertised: 22 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 06 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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