• Provide executive support to senior University staff members.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed-term basis for 3 years.
• Base salary range: $91,833 - $97,052 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Graduate Research School (GRS) sits within the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research) portfolio. The GRS provides strategic and academic leadership and management to enhance graduate research training at the University. The GRS manages Admissions, Candidature, Examinations and Scholarship allocations for HDR students and applicants, as well as providing skills and professional development to both students and supervisors.

About the opportunity

• Provide comprehensive support to the Dean, GRS Board, and Committees, ensuring smooth operations.
• Manage the GRS office’s daily functions with efficiency and professionalism.
• Anticipate needs, think critically, and offer confidential solutions to challenges.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency.
• Substantial administrative experience at an appropriate level with the ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Position description:  Executive Assistant 519949.DOCX

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Collins at sarah.collins@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 Tuesday, 8 April 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.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.