Role type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 12 months Fa c ulty: The Faculty of Education Department : The Office of the Dean Salary: UOM 6 $ 98,870.00 - $ 107,023.00 p.a. plus 17% super P lay a pivotal role in supporting the Office of the Dean, ensuring the smooth delivery of projects, administrative processes, and strategic initiatives across the Faculty of Education. Join a collaborative and collegial team : the role offers the opportunity to engage with diverse stakeholders while contributing meaningfully to the f aculty’s dynamic and high-impact activities. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne 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. Your next career opportunity This is a dynamic and multifaceted position, supporting a broad range of projects within the Office of the Dean in the Faculty of Education. Working closely with the Dean, the Faculty Executive Director, and a highly collaborative team, the Project Officer plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the Faculty’s day-to-day activities. The role requires the ability to balance competing priorities, exercise sound judgement, and engage confidently with stakeholders across and beyond the University. With responsibilities that demand both independence and teamwork, this position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to strategic initiatives whilst working in a supportive and collegial environment. Your responsibilities will include: Providing high-level project, administrative, HR, and finance support to the Office of the Dean, including drafting communications, coordinating faculty processes, and offering rotational cover for team members. Coordinating appointments, academic promotions, performance reviews, mentoring initiatives, and other faculty programs, ensuring timely administration and compliance with requirements. Supporting executive committees, working groups, and faculty events by preparing documentation, managing logistics, recording outcomes, and maintaining intranet content and communications. Managing operational resources, including space allocation, procurement, and supplies, while contributing to the effective delivery of strategic portfolios and initiatives. You may be a great fit if: You are an adaptable and resourceful professional, confident in navigating competing priorities with composure and sound judgement. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you build constructive relationships and engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. Highly organised and attentive to detail, you bring a proactive approach to managing tasks and projects, demonstrating initiative and responsiveness in a dynamic environment. Working both independently and collaboratively, you show discretion, resilience, and a strong commitment to supporting senior leaders and contributing to the smooth and effective operation of the Faculty. You will also: Hold a relevant tertiary qualification, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Bring proven organisational and project management skills to prioritise and deliver tasks within agreed timeframes. Offer experience in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders in complex environments. Apply sound judgement and initiative to work independently while adhering to established frameworks and procedures. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – The Faculty of Education The Faculty of Education ( FoE ) fosters staff productivity, growth and engagement in a collective effort to enrich the contribution that education makes to society. We conduct research and teaching that leads to the transformation of education practice both within and beyond the profession. ( FoE ) stimulates learning that enriches the potential of students from around the world, enabling meaningful careers and profound contributions to communities. We provide research leadership, setting the direction for high-impact, innovative and responsive research that addresses the pressing issues of our time. We lead purposeful engagement with society, sharing our resources and expertise as part of collaborative efforts to build a resilient, equitable and sustainable future. The Office of the Dean group provides outstanding, intuitive and astute administrative, secretarial and executive support services to FoE senior leaders. The team focuses on supporting senior leaders in functioning effectively across a wide range of commitments. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Bec Tucker on 0478 269 660 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. F ind more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murm u k Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! I f this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Petra Newton at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: Sunday 19th October 2025 11:55 PM Melbourne time zone. Position Description: Project Officer PD.docx