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Overview
The Administration Officer provides high-level executive support, coordinates projects, and supports events within the Disability and Health Unit of the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. The role contributes to research, policy development, and knowledge exchange related to disability and health outcomes.
Base pay range
A$85,238.00/yr - A$97,906.00/yr
Role type: Part-Time, Fixed-Term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/ School: Disability and Health Unit
Salary: $85,238 - $97,906 (pro rata for part-time) p.a. plus 17% super
Your responsibilities
- Executive Support and Coordination: Manage the Head of the Unit's diary, prioritise tasks, and provide high-level administrative assistance.
- Event and Meeting Management: Organise and support workshops, seminars, and committee meetings, ensuring logistics and accessibility needs are met.
- Communication and Liaison: Prepare agendas, take minutes, and respond to internal and external enquiries, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Website and Project Support: Maintain the Unit's website and provide additional support for team members and projects as needed.
You may be a great fit if
- Motivated professional with exceptional organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of managing a high volume of wide-ranging tasks independently and collaboratively.
- Relevant experience in administrative roles with understanding of project management.
- High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workloads and build relationships with staff at all levels.
What we offer
- Supportive flexible work arrangements with a commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Leave provisions to support work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to discounted services including health insurance
- Health and well-being services including an Employee Assistance Program
Your team
The Disability and Health Unit is a group of researchers within the Centre for Health Policy delivering research, policy development and knowledge exchange to improve health outcomes for people with disability. The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences is the University’s largest faculty by resources and staff. The unit supports collaboration across research projects focused on health contexts for people with disability and their families in Australia and internationally.
Diversity and inclusion
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and identities. Please note: this role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions.
How to apply
To apply, please prepare the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- Responses against the Selection Criteria
For recruitment queries, email hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au with the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line.
Applications close: 12 October 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
Position Description: JR-005035 - Administration Officer.doc
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📌 Administration Officer
🏢 University Of Melbourne
📍 Australia