Executive Officer

• Join a small team in supporting the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) to achieve key strategic objectives within a diverse portfolio at a world top 100 university.
• Level 8, full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $106,775 – $116,709 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team
The Office of the DVC (Education) comprises a small professional team that provides executive support to the DVCE in leading and managing a diverse portfolio to achieve key deliverables and strategic objectives.

About the opportunity
Reporting to the Executive Officer, you will work closely with members of the Education Executive and the broader University community and will be responsible for providing advice on a range of issues, including those that may be sensitive and confidential. You will also support the University’s committees within the Education portfolio and play an important role in facilitating the coordination of University governance committee papers.

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate a relevant tertiary qualification and extensive senior administrative experience at an appropriate level. Your planning and organisation skills should be excellent, allowing you to set priorities, meet deadlines, and plan for the long term. Your communication skills, both written and verbal, should be highly developed, enabling you to find solutions to complex issues and engage with stakeholders effectively. You must be adept at working collaboratively as part of a team and managing stakeholders at all levels. Additionally, you should excel in conducting high-level research, writing reports and briefing notes, and creating presentations. Independence, initiative, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work productively with diverse stakeholders are also crucial traits.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position description - Executive Officer (516814).pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 5 March 2024

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Paula Goss on (08) 6488 67***or at **********@uwa.edu.au. 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.