Program Administrator - Bachelor of Asia Pacific Affairs (BAPA) program

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31/12/2032.  

• Exciting opportunity to support a unique ANU–Ritsumeikan University dual degree program shaping Asia-Pacific scholarship and student experience across Australia and Japan
• Enjoy excellent work–life balance within a supportive and well-structured university environment that values flexibility and sustainable workloads

About Us
The ANU College of Asia and the Pacific (CAP) is a distinctive community of multi-disciplinary and area specialists dedicated to research, education and engagement in the world’s most dynamic region. CAP is the global centre of excellence for understanding human development and organisation in Asia and the Pacific, uncovering our past, informing our present, and reshaping our future to address the region’s challenges.​

As a global leader in Asia Pacific studies in humanities and social sciences, CAP combines disciplinary depth, language teaching, area studies, and publicly engaged policy work​. Through its work, the College has played a critical role in advancing Australia’s engagement and understanding of the Asia-Pacific region, establishing the Australian National University as a global centre of excellence for research, teaching and impact in the region.

The College consists of four comprises two research schools and is home to a range of eleven regional and thematic institutes and centres that support research, education and outreach activities. Our specialists play a vital role in informing public policy and shaping Australia’s intellectual engagement with the societies, cultures and economies of Asia and the Pacific.

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The Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs (Bell School) is a world-leading centre for research, education, and policy analysis on international and Asia Pacific politics, security, diplomacy, and strategic affairs. The School comprises a number of vibrant, interdisciplinary, intellectual communities: the Department of International Relations, the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, the Department of Political and Social Change, and the Department of Pacific Affairs.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a Program Administrator to provide high-level administrative support for the Bachelor of Asia Pacific Affairs (BAPA) dual degree program delivered in partnership between ANU and Ritsumeikan University, Japan. Reporting to the Program Manager, the role provides end-to-end student administration from admission through to graduation, including enrolments, assessment support and graduation processes, while ensuring compliance with relevant ANU policies and the dual degree agreement.

The position also supports prospective student enquiries, coordinates operational and logistical arrangements for ANU staff teaching in Japan (including travel, accommodation and visas) and provides secretariat support to joint governance committees, while contributing to program reporting, event coordination and ongoing improvements to program delivery across both institutions to ensure the smooth operation of this complex international program.

Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will have experience in university administration or a similar tertiary education environment, with a strong understanding of coursework administration processes including admissions, enrolments, assessment and graduation. You will also demonstrate well-developed organisational and problem-solving skills, strong initiative and the ability to work independently, including while based overseas for periods of time. You will have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders in a cross-cultural and international context. An awareness of Japanese culture and the ability to communicate in Japanese would be highly desirable.

Enquiries
To enquire about this opportunity, please contact the BAPA Program Manager, Bindi Mamouney – T: +61 2 6125 1110, E: krishna.mamouney@anu.edu.au

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access
Increasing the representation of women, First Nations people and persons from diverse gender, ability, cultural and linguistic backgrounds is a strategic priority for the College of Asia and the Pacific. We strongly encourage applications from these groups.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU is a large, diverse employer. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

How to Apply
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country. and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.