**Dynamic opportunity to join the Daffodil Centre as an Executive and Administrative Assistant, based on Camperdown campus**
- **Base Salary $89,755 - $100,495 + 17% superannuation**
**About the opportunity**
The Daffodil Centre is a Flagship Research Centre at the University of Sydney and is a partnership between the University and Cancer Council NSW.
We have an amazing opportunity for an Executive and Administrative Assistant to join the Daffodil Centre in a pivotal role providing high-level executive and administrative support to our Director, Professor Anne Cust, and the Research Operations and Support (ROSE) team. In this varied and dynamic position, you will be at the heart of our Centre’s operations, coordinating communications, managing enquiries, and ensuring the smooth delivery of day-to-day administrative functions. You’ll work closely with a collaborative and supportive team, contributing to meaningful projects and events that advance the Centre’s important work in cancer research and prevention, whilst also having the opportunity to work independently and autonomously, when required.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- Provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Centre Director and Research Operations and Support (ROSE) team, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations and seamless workflow.
- Coordinate meetings, events, and activities, including scheduling, agendas, venue bookings, catering, travel arrangements, and other logístical requirements.
- Serve as the main point of contact for the Centre, managing enquiries, maintaining affiliate records, and updating key administrative systems such as mailing lists and distribution lists.
- Support HR, finance, and procurement processes, including payment processing, expense reconciliation, and record-keeping in line with University policies.
- Assist with communications and marketing activities, including preparing newsletters, supporting internal initiatives and activities, and contributing to the delivery of major Centre events.
**About you**
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- At least two years’ experience in executive assistance or administrative roles.
- A strong passion for effective communication, with strong interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships across diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage shifting priorities and competing deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
- Proven teamwork skills, with a flexible and team-oriented approach to supporting colleagues and delivering high-quality administrative outcomes.
**Sponsorship / work rights for**Australia**
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
**Pre-employment checks**
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
**EEO statement**
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
**How to apply**
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**Applications Close**
Sunday 12 October 2025 11:59 PM
📌 Executive and Administrative Assistant
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 Newtown