• Support groundbreaking health research at a vibrant, world-leading university centre.
• Full time or Part-time, fixed term contract until 15th June 2026
• Base Salary $86,511 + 17% superannuation (pro-rata for part-time hours)

About the opportunity

The Charles Perkins Centre (CPC) is a multi-disciplinary research hub dedicated to improving global health and addressing chronic disease through innovation and collaboration.

As the first point of contact, you'll join a dynamic administrative team supporting a diverse university community. This key operational role ensures smooth day-to-day processes and contributes to the delivery of high-quality services across the CPC.

Reporting to the Operations Manager (CPC), your key responsibilities will be to:

• work closely with the Operations Manager, CPC team, and broader university professional service units
• deliver proactive day-to-day administrative support across the Centre's activities
• respond to and triage queries from staff, students, and the public via phone, email, and in person
• coordinate events and bookings processes in line with established procedures
• maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation in accordance with university policies
• support ad-hoc projects and help implement improved systems and practices.

About you

• relevant experience in business administration within a large multifaceted organisation
• proven ability to manage competing priorities and solve problems using sound judgment
• experience in organising events and functions within a complex organisational structure
• strong customer service focus with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
• ability to coordinate successful events, managing logistics, timelines, and stakeholder expectations
• experience creating internal communications and newsletters tailored to diverse audiences.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Strong Recruitment Operations by email at [email protected]

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