Administrative Officer

Job No.: 673434

Location: 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $74,149 - $79,314 pa HEW Level 04 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact as an Administrative Officer at a top university
  
  
• Join a supportive, collaborative team driving global health initiatives
  
  
• Work with brilliant minds shaping extraordinary ideas in global health research
  
  
  
  

The Opportunity

The Administrative Officer plays a pivotal role in driving the success of Global and Women’s Health initiatives, offering an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of impactful global health research and international collaborations. This dynamic position involves delivering exceptional administrative support by managing communications, organising meetings and events and assisting committees and working groups. Through effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders, the Administrative Officer ensures smooth operations and contributes directly to advancing meaningful global health outcomes.

This role demands exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing schedules, correspondence and stakeholder interactions. The Administrative Officer will offer expert advice, guidance and support across diverse responsibilities, including calendar management, travel arrangements, financial reporting and budget monitoring. Additionally, they will oversee communication workflows and ensure the smooth coordination of project administration to support organisational goals effectively.

We are seeking someone with a tertiary qualification in a relevant field and extensive expertise in global public health research. The ideal applicant will demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, effective time management and a strong dedication to building and maintaining positive research relationships with diverse stakeholders. Outstanding administrative abilities and a proven capacity to implement efficient operational processes are essential for success in this role.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful contribution to global health research and thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate and present valid and current Australian work rights.

About Monash University

At Monash , work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity , and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents .

To Apply

Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to ' How to apply for Monash Jobs '.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Jane Fisher, Finkel Professor of Global and Women’s Health, + 61 3 9903 0290

Position Description:

Applications Close: Tuesday 21 January 2025, 11:55pm AEDT

Supporting a diverse workforce

Monash University recognises that its Australian campuses are located on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin nations, and pays its respects to their elders, past and present.

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