- Join an Award-winning team to make a difference for students and the community.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
- Base salary range: $91,833– $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The McCusker Centre for Citizenship (The Centre) was established in late 2015. The Centre is collaborating with students and the broader UWA community, not for profit and community organisations, industry, government, and business to make a difference in our communities locally, nationally, and globally.
The McCusker Centre for Citizenship offers an award winning structured, quality internship program with not for profit, community, and government organisations locally, regionally, and globally. Since establishment, more than 4,000 internships have been undertaken contributing more than 400,000 hours of service to the community.
The Centre also offers students a selection of other academic units focused on citizenship.
About the opportunity
- You will provide high level administrative support to the Director, Academic and Manager Industry Partnerships in the operations of the McCusker Centre for Citizenship.
- Facilitate a diverse range of project-based administrative tasks assisting in the development and implementation of the Centre’s activities and programs, liaising closely with internal and external stakeholders of the Centre to achieve project outcomes.
- Take a lead role in the administration and maintenance of office systems, policies, and procedures to ensure the efficient operation of the office.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency
- Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and to work effectively within set guidelines.
- Substantial experience working in an administrative/project support role.
- Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.
- Proficiency in a range of computing skills in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and Outlook.
Position description: 
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To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Michelle Scott at michelle.scott@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 2nd February 2025
Interviews will take place in the first week of February 2025
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
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