Senior Administration Officer The University of Sydney location Sydney. $91k - $98k p.a. + 17% Superannuation.

Full time, fixed term until 31 December 2023. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the Office of Student Life. Opportunity to contribute to the student life experience. Base Salary $91K - $98K (HEO6) + 17% superannuation.

About the opportunity we are currently seeking a Senior Administration Officer to provide a broad range of administrative and operational support to the Office of Student Life.

Your key responsibilities will be to manage general administrative services and operational support by the work area. Prepare documents, respond to complex queries, explore matters, and source solutions for the work area. Provide guidance and support to more junior administrative staff. Help analyse matters and provide advice on policy and procedures for the delivery of work outcomes. Coordinate diaries, meetings and events and provide conference support for the work area. Undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities.

About you the University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Administration Officer who has administrative experience in a tertiary organisation, working knowledge of academic institutions, structures and the higher education sector, a working knowledge Microsoft Office Suite and software programs such as Student Administrative Systems.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work. Excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and achieve required outcomes.

Strong problem solving skills and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement and ability to prioritise workload during busy periods. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience in handling a wide range of enquiries and providing excellent customer service. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship or work rights for Australia Please note Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

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 at the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.