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Perth
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Professional/General

Benefits

  • Flexible working options considered.
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
  • 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
  • 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
  • Salary packaging options.
  • 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
  • 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
  • Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Administrative Officer

Job no: 520647
Work type: Part Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Administration & Executive support

  • Join a collaborative communications team at one of Australia’s leading Universities.
  • Use your customer service experience and organisational skills to help maintain a service directory for university staff.
  • Part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
  • Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Brand, Marketing and Recruitment (BMR) division leads UWA’s brand strategy, marketing, communications, digital engagement, reputation management, recruitment, and admissions. Within BMR, the Corporate Communications team delivers strategic, professional communications and engagement activities across the University, supporting internal communications through expert advice and effective channel management.

About the opportunity

  • Maintain and improve the University’s Service Directory (knowledge base for staff), ensuring editorial compliance.
  • Ensure data quality by identifying inconsistencies and inaccuracies.
  • Answer customer enquiries relating to the Service Directory.

About you

  • You bring strong administrative and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
  • You have excellent customer service skills.
  • You have strong written communication skills.
  • You’re proficient in Microsoft Office and ideally have experience with SharePoint.
  • You’re proactive, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Position description: Download File PD - Administrative Officer (520647).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Pepita Smyth at pepita.smyth@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 Monday, 21 July 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.

Learn more about us.

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.

If you have questions, contact the person listed in the ad or email people@uwa.edu.au with the 6-digit job reference number.

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Applications close: W. Australia Standard Time

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