Administrative Support Officer, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Broadband 5/6. Level 5 from $ 88,717, Level 6 from $ 103,866 + leave loading + 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
Under the direction of the School Manager, you will provide admin support within the school administration office to ensure effective delivery of the teaching and research activities of the school. The Administrative Support Officer works closely with Deputy Head of Schools and plays a key role in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of our school processes. In this key role, you will need to be proactive and use your problem-solving skills in order to contribute to team initiatives and promote productive working relationships with Faculty and University colleagues, Defence and industry stakeholders, visitors, and students.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
- • Tertiary qualifications or equivalent expertise gained through a combination of education, training and practical experience.
- • Strong administrative capability with the confidence to consult, liaise and build effective relationships with colleagues and diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- • Proven ability to manage competing priorities and moderately complex tasks with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast‑paced environment.
- • Demonstrated initiative in developing, improving and implementing procedures, guidelines and processes, working both independently and collaboratively while escalating issues appropriately.
- • Experience contributing to and coordinating projects, supported by high‑level data gathering, analysis and reporting skills, including the ability to interpret and apply policies and systems.
- • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to negotiate, influence and engage respectfully with people from varied backgrounds on both technical and non‑technical matters, supported by proficiency across contemporary digital tools and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options – 3/4 days per week on campus
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Sunday 24 May 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
For recruitment process-related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant
h.whale@unsw.edu.au
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
