Node Administrator

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

UTS is a contributing organisation to the Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Futures. Administered by the University of Queensland the Centre has multiple national and international partners who will be engaged in conducting research focused on Indigenous survivance and futures, including thematic areas of Law and Justice, Health and Wellbeing, and Education and Economies.The Node Administrator will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the NSW/ACT Node ensuring it effectively meets its research and engagement objectives. The Node Administrator will work collaboratively with the Community Engagement and Events Officer (based at the lead institution, University of Queensland), liaise with local communities and partner organisations and provide administrative assistance to project participants at UTS and ANU. The position will be in Jumbunna Research, Jumbunna Institute of Indigenous Education and Research, and report directly to the NSW/ACT Node Leader, Associate Professor Paul Gray.Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged.About the InstituteJumbunna Research is a unique First Nations research institute in Australia comprising nine research hubs: Child Protection Advocacy; Cultural Resilience; First Nations Land Justice, Indigenous Archives and Data Stewardship; Indigenous Law and Justice; Indigenous Nations and Collaborative Futures; Indigenous People and Work; Indigenous Policy and Legal Strategies. The Indigenous-led research team operates throughout Australia with staff working in communities in Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales engaging with collaborators internationally and in all States and Territories. The vision is to promote, support, and embody the exercise and recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sovereignty and Self-Determination.About the roleThe Node Administrator will play a key role the operation of the NSW/ACT node through the provision of high-level administrative and organisational support to the Node Leader, Chief Investigators and researchers. This will include:

• Managing incoming and outgoing communication on behalf of the project
• Providing administrative support to Chief Investigators and research staff, supporting them to deliver against the research plans
• Providing executive support for staff meetings, committees, and working parties including scheduling, diary management, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and undertaking follow up work as required
• Undertaking record keeping for the project and meeting reporting requirements
• Financial management of the project.

About youThe candidate will need to possess the following skills, experience, and attributes:

• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and contemporary issues.
• Substantial relevant administrative experience within the tertiary sector or comparative large-scale organisation.
• Excellent administrative, financial, organisational and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience in project management.
• Demonstrated high-level ability to work both independently and as part of a team and to take initiative.

Remuneration & BenefitsBase Salary Range: $92,851 to $100,534 pa (HEW 6) (pro-rata)This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.This position is part-time(0.6 FTE, 3 days per week) and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 5 years.How To Apply

Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website. Here you can download:

• full details of the application process;
• a copy of the position statement; and
• information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC283663 and your name/ Please use reference number IRC283663 in all correspondence

For more details about the role, please reach out to A/Professor Paul Gray at *********@uts.edu.au. For specific enquiries or issues with your application, please direct them to Kyle Plant in the UTS Recruitment Team via ***********@uts.edu.au.Closing Date: Thursday 11 July 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST)Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.AccessibilityUTS Recruitment care about digital accessibility. If there is any content in our advertising that you have struggled with, please make us aware so that we can make our information accessible to all.In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact ***********@uts.edu.au for assistance.UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.