Job no: 0064213
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term for 6 months
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 – $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Provide project and administrative support to establish and operate a new Centre established between the University of Melbourne and the NNTC.
- Dynamic role with diverse responsibilities, offering the chance to work closely with external stakeholders and shape a pioneering centre.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible work environment!
About the Role
The Centre Coordinator will provide vital project and administrative support to the new centre focused on research, training, and acceleration for Traditional Owners. Working closely with the Centre Manager, you will manage operational tasks, support project delivery, and engage with external stakeholders, acting as a key link between the University, FBE and the NNTC and partners.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing executive and administrative support to the Centre’s leadership and various committees, including coordinating meetings, preparing reports, and tracking action items.
- Assisting with Centre establishment tasks, such as facility setup, recruitment, governance structures, and budget management.
- Coordinating project deliverables, tracking progress, updating stakeholders, and managing adjustments to ensure timely completion.
- Supporting the Centre’s events and engagement strategy, including organising workshops, managing logistics, and maintaining relationships with community and professional stakeholders.
Who We Are Looking For
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to build strong relationships and deliver timely outcomes across a range of stakeholders. With proven experience in independently managing tasks, using initiative and problem-solving skills, you will also bring collaborative teamwork abilities and experience handling sensitive information with confidentiality. Previous experience in an administrative role within a tertiary or educational environment is highly desirable.
You will also have:
- A relevant tertiary qualification or a comparable blend of education, training, and relevant experience.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, enabling you to effectively prioritise, coordinate, and complete assignments and projects within set deadlines.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel, along with desirable skills in database management and a willingness to learn new applications.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Faculty of Business and Economics
The Faculty of Business and Economics [FBE] at the University of Melbourne has been preparing students for exciting and challenging careers in industry since 1924. We have developed an outstanding reputation, locally and internationally, for the quality of our teaching and research. The Faculty has an active board of business leaders, government representatives and community leaders who contribute to the implementation of our vision.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
