About us

The Australian Council for Educational Research is an independent, not-for-profit educational research and development organisation focused on creating and promoting research-based knowledge, products and services that can be used to improve learning across the life span.

About the role

We have an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to join our Facilities team and gain some experience in a corporate environment. We are seeking a highly organised administrator to be a first point of contact for clients, staff, and visitors to our Perth Office. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the efficient running of our office and to provide day-to-day administration assistance which includes supporting staff with a range of tasks.

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate will have:

a graduate degree in an administrative or business-related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

high attention to detail

sound writing and editing skills

high level proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

outstanding organisational and time management skills

strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

Our offer

This is an ongoing part-time position (22 hours per week or 3 days) located in our Perth office. The incumbent will be required to attend the office 3 days per week.

The salary is in the range of $75,701 to $83,674 per annum pro-rata plus 17% superannuation.

How to apply

To see the full job description and to apply for this position, please click on the 'Apply Now' button and submit a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your CV / Resume.

Applications will close on Friday 25 July 2025 at 5 pm (AEST).

ACER welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Our commitment to employment of First Nations peoples

The Australian Council for Educational Research is committed to increasing representation of First Nations peoples in our workforce.

First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and, if deemed suitable, will be prioritised for appointment under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

ACER is committed to ensuring First Nations peoples have the agency, opportunities and leadership support to shape their careers within our organisation. ACER’s Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2024 2025 outlines the organisation’s commitment to building a strong foundation of cultural understanding and respect for First Nations peoples to support our journey toward reconciliation. Subsequent RAPs will advance this commitment.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

ACER is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to actively fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, cultural and faith background, sexual orientation, disability and/or age. ACER welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

ACER is committed to supporting candidates with disability through provision of adjustments during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment. To request or discuss adjustment requirements, please contact: p&[email protected]