Administration and Project Officer

The University of Adelaide; City of Mount Gambier; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

The University of Adelaide, Mount Gambier Campus, invites applications for a full-time continuing role to provide high-level administrative and project support. You will assist senior staff, manage competing priorities, and liaise with diverse stakeholders to keep programs running smoothly.

Based at the Mount Gambier campus, the role offers variety, opportunities to develop processes, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High-level administrative and project support experience.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and project support to senior staff and programs.
• Coordinate priorities, manage competing tasks and liaise with diverse stakeholders.
• Assist in development and enhancement of administrative processes and service excellence.

Skills

Administrative support

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Tools

MS Office

Project coordination tools

Job description

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and...

• Based at Adelaide University Mount Gambier Campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Salary Range: $81,607 - $88,113 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

In this role, you will play a vital part in fostering a positive, collaborative team environment, supporting senior staff, project and programs, stakeholder communication and providing backup as required. Contributing to the development and enhancement of administrative and project support processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and service excellence.

These responsibilities may evolve to support your development, along with the dynamic needs of the role, Adelaide University and as reasonably requested by the Regional Director, Mount Gambier.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description above to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

This role forms part of Mount Gambier Regional Director’s team within the Office of Provost and DVC Function and is aligned to the Provost Portfolio within the University.

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety and meeting new people. You will experience a range of tasks and interactions, keeping your workday interesting and engaging.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Experience in providing high-level administrative and project support in a customer-oriented environment
• Proven ability with organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proven ability demonstrating high-level interpersonal and communication skills, with experience liaising with diverse stakeholders

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11.30pm, Sunday 15 November 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493562):
Suzanah Saha Team Lead, Talent Acquisition
[phone]| [e-mail]

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.