Administration Support Officer

University of Adelaide; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Adelaide invites applications for an Administration Support Officer based at the City East Campus. This full-time, fixed-term role provides professional administrative and operational support within the Student Experience and Success portfolio, reporting to the Manager, First Nations Student Support.

It is an identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, meetings and events, maintain records and financial administration,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-level administrative support experience in a customer-oriented environment.
• Proven organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• High-level interpersonal and communication skills with experience liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in financial administration, records management, and the use of Microsoft Office and information systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations, meetings, events and projects.
• Maintain systems, records and financial administration.
• Prepare reports and documentation and support compliance with policies, legislation and governance requirements.
• Contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused team culture while handling sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

Skills

Administrative support

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Financial administration

Microsoft Office

Tools

Information systems

Job description

• Based in the Student Experience and Success portfolio at the City East Campus
• Full-time, fixed term until 26 July 2027
• Salary Range: $75,366 – $82,607 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• The Administration Support Officer position is an identified position for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidate

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

Reporting to the Manager, First Nations Student Support you will provide professional administrative and operational support across the Portfolio, acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, meetings, events and projects; maintain systems, records and financial administration; prepare reports and documentation; and support compliance with policies, legislation and governance requirements. You will also contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused team culture while handling sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.

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

The team

This role will work closely with staff and management across the Student Experience and Success portfolio and various internal and external stakeholders.

Visit the AU website to learn more about the Student Experience and Success | Adelaide University.

Our people

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 ideal for someone who enjoys variety, connecting with new people and making a positive difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people while providing exceptional service and support to students, staff and stakeholders. 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 thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Demonstrated experience in providing high-level administrative support in a customer-oriented environment
• Proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• High-level interpersonal and communication skills, with experience liaising with diverse stakeholders
• Experience in financial administration, records management, and the use of Microsoft Office and information systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

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

Applications for this role close at 11:30pm Wednesday 11 November 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493514):

Jessica Maslen
Team Lead, Talent Acquisition | People and Culture

[phone] | [e-mail]

Pursuant to Section 56 part 2 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (as amended) (SA) applications are invited from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only.

The University seeks to redress the under-representation of Aboriginal Peoples in the University through targets set within our Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal Employment Action Plan and this is an equal opportunity special measure under Section 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (as amended) (SA). Applicants must be of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent

Pursuant to the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (the Act) and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations), this position has been deemed prescribed. This role will require the successful candidate to hold a current Working with Children Check.