Bullet Points
$71,664 - $75,313 (G04) + 17% superannuation
Full time, 2-year contract
Be part of an inclusive, dedicated, and diverse team at our vibrant
Bentley campus
Job Reference: 1181373
About us
The Curtin University-based Mentally Healthy WA's Act Belong Commit campaign
is a statewide mental health promotion campaign which encourages people to
take action to improve their mental wellbeing. The campaign includes paid and
unpaid media advertising to get the message out and partners with over 300
organisations including government agencies, local governments, non-government
organisations, peak bodies, universities, schools and grass roots community
groups who offer mentally healthy activities. Mentally Healthy WA's mission is
to enhance the mental wellbeing of Western Australians by strengthening
individual resilience and building community cohesion. For more information
about Mentally Healthy WA and the Act Belong Commit campaign visit:
https: // www. actbelongcommit.org.au/about/about-us/
Your new role
We are seeking an Administrative Support Officer to provide administrative and
logistical support to the Act Belong Commit program. This role will be based
at our Bentley campus where you will work with a dynamic and close-knit team.
Tasks may be wide-ranging and will include those listed below:
Respond to incoming enquiries and requests in a proactive, accurate,
customer-focused and professional manner
Manage the provision of resources to Act Belong Commit partners, working
closely with external supplier Quickmail
Prepare documentation (e.g. reports, minutes of meetings,
correspondence), using the full range and features of MS Office
applications, in accordance with the requirements and standards of the
work unit
Coordinate arrangements for and schedule meetings and appointments
including inviting attendees, booking venues and arranging catering, as
required. May manage another staff member's diaries
Facilitate the procurement of consumables for the area (e.g. stationery,
equipment) and partner resources within delegated financial limits and in
consultation relevant school/area staff
Maintain and update records and information within the work unit via the
established records management system and procedures, including archival
or disposal in accordance with University policy and relevant legislation,
to ensure accuracy of filing and ease of retrieval
Undertake other activities which are consistent with the accountabilities
and responsibilities as listed above.
Essential Criteria:
Relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant
experience and/or education/training
Demonstrated computer literacy with skills in in a wide range of
applications including the Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Outlook
Demonstrated experience in the provision of general administrative support
and the ability to apply skills to a varied range of different tasks
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively as
part of a team as well as independently with general direction
Demonstrated oral communication skills with the ability to liaise with a
diverse range of people in a clear and professional manner, with cross
cultural sensitivity
Demonstrated ability to organise time and work activities according to
priorities and to meet deadlines
As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in
Australia that match the tenure of this role.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor
Christina Pollard on [email protected].
Why Choose Us?
Our staff are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals
working together to provide Australia and the world with quality graduates and
innovative research. Curtin is a friendly place where integrity, respect for
one another, courage, excellence, and impact are a part of everyday life.
Our vibrant Bentley campus includes a gym, childcare, medical centre, art
gallery, hotel, endless food options including a supermarket, beautiful
gardens, end-of-trip facilities, accessible parking, and excellent public
transport connections.
Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one
percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
Adaptable Work Environment: Embrace flexibility with a role based at our
Bentley campus. Our Talent Acquisition team enjoys a blend of remote work
(2 days a week) and the option to work from our Midland or St Georges
Terrace offices on occasion for a change of scenery.
Rewards Beyond Salary: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation
contribution (17%) and customisable salary packaging benefits through
Paywise.
Time Well-Spent: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with
the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from
Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20
days), Personal Leave (14 days), Curtin University Leave (2 days),
Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus, access to Long Service
Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement
for full-time staff).
Recognition for Prior Service: Curtin recognises prior service for long
service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be eligible if they
have worked for an Australian University, public service or other
recognised institution.
Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff
and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours
per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy
lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin's wellbeing locations at
https: // tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad
For more information about our university visit www. curtin.edu.au
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, and your CV to allow us to assess your
suitability for this role.
To view a copy of the Position Description, please copy and paste the
following link into your web browser.
https:// tinyurl.com/3tt4y58c
Applications close: 4:30pm AWST, Wednesday, 28 February.
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is
subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background,
integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction. At Curtin, we are
committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also
require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please
contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference
number.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at
this time.
