- Employment Type: Full time; 35 hours per week
- Duration: fixed term contract until 30 June 2026
- Remuneration: $100K- $107K based on experience (plus 17% Superannuation and leave loading)
- Location: Kensington NSW (Hybrid Flexible Working)
About The Kirby Institute:
The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.
Why Your Role Matters:
Logistics & Operations Project Officer is an identified role, as Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.
This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
The Project Officer (Logistics and Operations) will provide high level support of the logistics and supply chain for the Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) programs. Working closely with the program team, this position provides a key role in delivering a responsive and efficient service to the POCT clinics in remote and regional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia.
The role of Project Officer (Logistics and Operations) reports to the Senior Project Officer (Logistics and Operations) and has no direct reports
Who You Are:
- Relevant degree and/or substantial relevant experience in logistics, operations or supply chain management (preferred). Experience in the health sector would be highly regarded. While the mentioned experience is desirable, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every criterion—we value diverse skills, perspectives, and a willingness to learn.
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining systems to track stock, ordering, payments and records.
- Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, with a proven aptitude for learning new software packages and leveraging them to improve efficiency.
- Strong analytical and numeracy skills with the ability to understand, track and communicate complex data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team but also take initiative and work independently to manage competing demands.
- Highly developed time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to rapidly respond to changing priorities and deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives, and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Pre-Employment Checks required for this Position:
- Verification of qualifications
- Confirmation of Aboriginality (or equivalent)
Benefits and Culture:
If you’re looking for the next chapter of your career, it’s at UNSW. Here you are part of something special and meaningful. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment filled with inspiring people making a real difference to the world. Your voice is valued here, and you will have the opportunity to develop your skills with our lifelong learning program. There is no place to work that is more satisfying.
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Career development opportunities
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
- 10 days paid cultural leave per year
- Indigenous Employee Network
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here
How to Apply:
Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Submit your application online before Sunday 2nd March at 11:30 pm.
Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):
Aarti: Talent Acquisition Coordinator
E: a.aarti@unsw.edu.au
For more information on how UNSW contributes to Indigenous initiatives, please contact Nat Chenhall, Manager of Indigenous Employment on email: n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au
This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only. UNSW has obtained an exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to designate and recruit professional and academic positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons only, to fulfil UNSW’s goal of a representative workforce rate.
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
