Admin Support Coordinator, Unsw Canberra

Administrative Support Coordinator
Employment type:  Full time, 35hrs 
Duration: Continuing 
Remuneration: Level 4 / 5 from $75,927 to $93,711 plus 17% Superannuation 
Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters: Under the direction of the School Manager, the Administration Support Coordinator is responsible for providing and supporting a broad range of administrative functions to ensure the effective delivery for the schools teaching and research activities.  The primary focus for this role will be operating and providing support in the Higher Degree Research portfolio. The Administrative Support Coordinator plays a key role in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of school systems and processes to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the school

Responsibilities can include:

Administration and operations support for Higher Degree Research

• Administration of recruitment activities
• Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day management of office supplies, to include inventory management, logistics, and related activities.
• Develop and maintain detailed filing systems, spreadsheets, databases, websites, and other administrative systems as required.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and enjoy providing customer service, supporting colleagues, students and collaborating with a team to establish and embed the school’s systems and processes. Ideally you will have experience working in a university research administrative environment.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training, and experience.
• Sound organisational skills including ability to prioritise tasks and duties.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within and across teams to build relationships with colleagues, and internal and external stakeholders to deliver on outcomes.
• Attention to detail and ability to provide effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
• Ability to produce accurate, timely and well-presented information that meets requirements.
• Proficient level of computer literacy with advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications including word processing, SharePoint, spreadsheets, databases, internet, email and online systems.

Benefits and Culture:  

UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Generous superannuation contributions 
• Employee discounts  
• A commitment to life long learning  
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Heathy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 

The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

The successful candidate will be required to work from the UNSW Canberra campus. To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to apply:  

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.

In your application, please include:

• your CV
• a 2-page pitch addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.

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 Applications close: 25 June 2024, 11:30 pm AEST

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Contact:  Sally Browning E:  **********@unsw.edu.au

For questions regarding the application process - please email ***************@unsw.edu.au  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.