Benefits for working with us!
Working at Deakin offers more than just a job – we offer a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're based at our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, or regional Victoria, you’ll enjoy access to on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, and excellent transport links with convenient parking. We support your wellbeing with flexible work arrangements, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional leave, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our commitment to health, wellbeing, and professional growth through an inclusive and supportive culture, makes Deakin a place where you can truly thrive, whether you're working remotely or immersed in the energy of campus life. You will join a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

As an Administrator in the Campus Life team you will:

• Coordinate events and programs within the Student Experience Framework.
• Prepare standard documents, manage records and regularly track progress of work tasks.
• Manage client needs, ensuring they are met to agreed standards and timelines.
• Engage in process improvement activities and adopt new ideas, approaches and changes to work practices.
• Create practical, simple and accessible solutions to problems after considering multiple perspectives.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Completion of an Associate Diploma level qualifications with relevant work experience or a certificate level qualification with post-certificate relevant work experience
• Experience preparing presentations, minute taking and record keeping with a proven ability to produce clear and accurate data reports.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging environment while managing competing calendars and agendas
• Experience in using multiple social media platforms for communication and marketing purposes.
• Knowledge of StarRez resident housing management system is desirable.

Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Rachel Gibson (Coordinator, Campus Life) via email, on [email protected]

For a copy of the position description, please see the below link:
PD - Administrator, Campus Life.pdf

Applications for this fixed-term position close on 05 November 2025 at 11:55pm.

Are You Ready?
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. Agile, dynamic, and innovative, we are committed to making a positive difference through excellence in education, research, and innovation, as well as through our contributions to the wider community.
Our reputation is built on the dedication and expertise of our staff, and we offer a vibrant, diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop your career. We believe a progressive, thriving culture attracts and retains great people who drive Deakin’s ongoing success.
We value diversity and build environments that champion, embrace and respects our differences. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.