Administrative Officer – School of Economics

University-of-New-South-Wales; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 108,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% super + leave loading

Christmas shutdown leave

Flexible working options

Career development

Discounts across retail, education and

fitness

Job summary

UNSW, Kensington Campus in Sydney, is seeking an Administrative Officer in the School of Economics. This full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract supports academic and professional staff, coordinates key processes, and contributes to the transition to the 2028 Flex Semester system.

The role requires strong organisational and time management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to supervise staff.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, guide and support staff.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong customer service focus.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and the ability to coordinate projects and improve processes.
• Strong numeracy skills, including the ability to interpret financial information and monitor budgets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administrative operations, reporting systems and processes to support the School.
• Improve administrative procedures, manage workflows and provide guidance and training to staff.
• Act as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing enquiries and sensitive matters.
• Provide administrative support to academic staff, committees and School projects, including the 2028 Flex Semester transition.
• Support teaching and learning activities, including timetabling, Moodle, examinations, results and HDR administration.
• Coordinate financial administration, casual contracts, Special Consideration cases and supplementary examinations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Staff supervision

Customer service

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Administrative Officer - School of Economics

Apply now Job no: 543794
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Administration

Administrative Officer - School of Economics

• Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
• Duration: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Remuneration: Level 6 from $108,021 - $115,233 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
• Location: UNSW Kensington Campus, NSW(Hybrid)

About UNSW:

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful in everything we do.

As Australia's #1 university and one of the world's leading research institutions, our people are helping solve society's biggest challenges through world-class research, education and innovation. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and make a genuine impact, you're in the right place.

Why your role matters

As an Administrative Officer in the School of Economics at UNSW, you will help ensure the smooth delivery of the School’s administrative operations. Reporting to the School Manager, you will support academic and professional staff, coordinate key processes and contribute to School initiatives, including the transition to the 2028 Flex Semester system.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administrative operations, reporting systems and processes to support the School.
• Improve administrative procedures, manage workflows and provide guidance and training to staff.
• Act as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing enquiries and sensitive matters.
• Provide administrative support to academic staff, committees and School projects, including the 2028 Flex Semester transition.
• Support teaching and learning activities, including timetabling, Moodle, examinations, results and HDR administration.
• Coordinate financial administration, casual contracts, Special Consideration cases and supplementary examinations.

Who you are

You are an organised, proactive and service-focused professional who thrives in a busy environment. You bring strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while supporting colleagues and stakeholders.

You will bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, guide and support staff.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong customer service focus.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and the ability to coordinate projects and improve processes.
• Strong numeracy skills, including the ability to interpret financial information and monitor budgets.

For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the positionlisting on Jobs@UNSW

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. It's our people who make UNSW one of the world's leading universities.

Along with the opportunity to work on diverse, high-risk projects that support world-class research and education, you'll enjoy benefits that are hard to find in many construction and infrastructure environments, including:

• 17% superannuation and additional leave loading.
• Additional 3 days' leave over the Christmas shutdown.
• Flexible working options and genuine work-life balance.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Discounts and entitlements across retail, education and fitness.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

Pre-employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised: 02 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time