• Employment Type: Full-Time (35-hour week)
• Duration: Continuing Role  
• Remuneration: Level 6 from $103k + 17% superannuation & leave loading
• Location:  Kensington NSW (flexible working arrangements)
• Benefits: Cultural Leave and Indigenous Employee Network

This position is open to Aboriginal and/or 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.

Why your role matters

The Administrative Officer provides high-level executive support to the Director, Nura Gili, and the Nura Gili leadership team, ensuring efficient delivery of services that meet the unit’s operational needs. This role manages general administration and operational activities, including financial and people resources, and ensures compliance with university policies and procedures. It requires sound judgement, initiative, and technical expertise to respond to complex enquiries and make informed decisions.

The position reports to the Director, Nura Gili, and supports the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous, with no direct reports.

Specific accountabilities include:

• Proactively provide executive support and assistance, whilst exercising discretion, initiative and confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to a positive and dynamic Nura Gili community, informed by culturally affirming values, experiences and shared aspirations by communicating and collaborating effectively.
• Proactively undertake diary, email, document and committee management for the Director, Nura Gili, monitoring and prioritising emails and assisting in the preparation of responses.
• Provide high-level effective specialist advice relating to administrative guidelines, processes and activities, as well as the interpretation of university policies and procedures.

About You:    

• This position is open to Aboriginal and/or 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. Confirmation of Aboriginality will be required.
• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to create positive, vibrant and respectful relationships. • A lived understanding of the opportunities and challenges relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Superior time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to liaise effectively with all levels of staff and external stakeholders.
• Proven organisational skills and the ability to operate autonomously while demonstrating strong initiative and a proactive approach to driving process improvement.
• Advanced level of computer literacy, working with a range of computer systems and applications with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.

Pre-employment checks including a NSW Working with Children’s Check are required for this position.

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do.  If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offers a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

• Cultural Leave
• Indigenous Employee Network
• Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressing your suitability for the role. 

A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Applications close: Friday 21st November 2025 at 11.55pm  

Establishing your status as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person means any person who:

• is of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
• identifies as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
• is accepted as such by the community in which you live and or have lived.

All offers of employment will be subject to prior submission of satisfactory proof of Aboriginality. For more information on what constitutes as proof of Aboriginality, please email n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au

Get in Touch: Nat Chenhall – Manager Indigenous Employment

n.chenhall@unsw.edu.au

Get in Touch: Chloe Gane – Talent Acquisition Consultant

chloe.gane@unsw.edu.au

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contacts listed.

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. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.