Project Officer - Executive Support
Posting Date: 16 Sept 2025
Type of Position: Continuing
Location:
Rockhampton, QLD, AU
About this Opportunity
* Continuing, Full-Time
* Office of Education, Strategy and Quality
* CQUniversity Rockhampton
* Higher Education Worker Level 6
* Total Remuneration $110,541 to $119,053 pa (including salary of $93,409 to $100,602 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.
Working at CQUniversity
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Office of Education, Strategy and Quality. We're seeking a proactive and organised professional to support key University initiatives in a role that blends executive-level administration with project coordination.
You'll provide high-level support in planning, research and documentation – preparing project briefs, reports, business cases, meeting records and correspondence that ensure clarity and consistency across initiatives. As a trusted first point of contact for the Director Learning Teaching Futures, you'll manage diaries, coordinate meetings and build strong relationships across the University and local communities.
This role offers the opportunity to influence meaningful outcomes, drive innovation in administrative processes and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Be Rewarded
* 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
* 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
* 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer's leave
* 7.25 hours engaged service leave
* Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
* Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
Position Requirements
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and large corporate information systems.
* Demonstrated experience providing senior administrative and high-level project support, including preparing accurate and well-presented documents and reports.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively within a team, and negotiate with stakeholders.
* Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, University policies and procedures, along with a broad understanding of issues relevant to the tertiary education sector.
* A relevant qualifications and significant experience in administration, or an equivalent combination of skills and training.
Apply today for a career that changes lives
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Job Requisition ID: 6434
Contact Details:
Holly Hosking
When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.
CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity's domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.
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