Senior Administrator

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $93,646 - $107,795 per annum plus 17% superannuation 
Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 14 months) 

• An opportunity to showcase and build your career.
• Excellent support for skills development.
• Family friendly working environment including good work/life balance and an inclusive and supportive culture.

About Us

The Corporate Governance and Risk Office (CGRO) is responsible for managing the governance functions of the University.  It provides procedural advice and support to the Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor and the ANU Council, Council Committees, and the Academic Board. CGRO also manages ANU policy, delegations and legislation. 

Position overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced administrator, looking for a chance to deliver a high standard of administrative services in support of key decision-making bodies and governing frameworks at one of Australia's leading Universities. 

The Senior Administrator will work to support the University Secretary and a small team of specialist secretariat and governance staff by providing high level administrative, technical and logistical support to the University Council, Council Committees, Foundation Board, Academic Board and its sub-committees, as well as the governance frameworks and training schedules managed by CGRO.

The Senior Administrator must have highly developed interpersonal, communication and liaison skills as the first point of contact for a variety of stakeholders including members of Council and Council Committees, the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, and staff from Portfolio areas and the Colleges.

The successful applicant must also have a high level of technical/IT expertise as the position is responsible for developing and maintaining a number of systems used by the team, including board management software, web sites, online forms and data bases.

This position is being offered for a fixed term of approximately 14 months.

Our ideal candidate

To be successful in this role, you will have relevant qualifications and extensive experience in the provision of administrative services.  You will be highly organised and able to deliver under pressure, have good writing skills, possess an exceptional eye for detail, be experienced and comfortable with managing information technology solutions, and have effective partnership skills with the ability to influence at all levels, including governance colleagues and senior leaders.

What we offer

The University impacts Australia and the world through policy, research, and innovation. The diversity and complexity of the University’s strategic objectives and operations, offer risk and assurance professionals the opportunity to contribute to the University’s outcomes whilst collaborating and building relationships with senior leaders. In addition, we also offer:

• A supportive work environment that will nurture your career and assist you in further developing your leadership skills.
• Opportunities for career progression and development at Australia’s finest University.
• A switched-on team of professionals with a "can do" attitude and a fantastic team dynamic.
• Generous remuneration and conditions, including 17% superannuation and a range of benefits and salary sacrificing options.
• Work in a beautiful campus environment on the city's doorstep.

For further information and to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Phillip Tweedie, University Secretary, E: phillip.tweedie@anu.edu.au

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 values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

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

• A one to two page statement of why you are the perfect candidate, with reference to 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.

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.