Project Officer - Faculty Office

Curtin University; Perth; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

17% superannuation

Additional leave

Job summary

Curtin University is seeking a conscientious Project Officer to provide administrative and operational support to the project team within Curtin FBL Executive Education. You will assist with planning, coordinating and delivering project activities, maintaining documentation, tracking timelines and communicating with stakeholders.

The role suits an organised, proactive professional in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Clear and effective written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, support others and contribute to team objectives.
• Demonstrated research and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, adaptable and self-motivated, with the ability to show initiative.
• Experience and expertise in Curtin student administration processes would be a valuable addition.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee project administrative and support functions, including planning, tracking, reporting, quality management and communications.
• Coordinate the preparation, publication and distribution of project documentation, including reports, briefing papers, minutes, agendas and general correspondence.
• Support the resolution of operational issues and contribute to improvements in project administration processes, systems and workflows.
• Assist with identifying project impacts and risks, and support the Project Lead in monitoring and managing these.
• Set up and maintain project files, databases and dashboards to support accurate tracking and reporting.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings, focus groups and workshops, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up on actions.
• Liaise with stakeholders and service providers to coordinate meetings, services and procurement of goods.
• Undertake preliminary research, data analysis and information gathering to support project activities and decision-making.
• Demonstrate professional and personal conduct consistent with the University's Values and Signature Behaviours.
• Perform other duties consistent with the scope and level of the role.
• Availability to travel interstate and overseas would be highly regarded, and some work outside standard business hours may be required for travel purposes.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Research

Proactive

Admin processes

Job description

• Fixed-term Full-time Ending 18th December 2027, Perth CBD
• A variety of salary packaging options available
• Diverse & inclusive environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, & sust

Reference: 1666305

About the Role

Curtin FBL Executive Education is a dynamic and rapidly growing business unit and a leading provider of Executive Education in WA. We are seeking a conscientious, people-focused Project Officer to provide high-quality administrative and operational support to our project team. Working closely with the Project Manager/Lead, you will support the development, coordination and delivery of project activities. This includes maintaining project documentation, tracking timelines, coordinating communication across the team, and helping ensure project deliverables are completed efficiently and to a high standard. This role will suit someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable working in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Some Key Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee project administrative and support functions, including planning, tracking, reporting, quality management and communications.
• Coordinate the preparation, publication and distribution of project documentation, including reports, briefing papers, minutes, agendas and general correspondence.
• Support the resolution of operational issues and contribute to improvements in project administration processes, systems and workflows.
• Assist with identifying project impacts and risks, and support the Project Lead in monitoring and managing these.
• Set up and maintain project files, databases and dashboards to support accurate tracking and reporting.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings, focus groups and workshops, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up on actions.
• Liaise with stakeholders and service providers to coordinate meetings, services and procurement of goods.
• Undertake preliminary research, data analysis and information gathering to support project activities and decision-making.
• Demonstrate professional and personal conduct consistent with the University's Values and Signature Behaviours.
• Perform other duties consistent with the scope and level of the role.
• Availability to travel interstate and overseas would be highly regarded, and some work outside standard business hours may be required for travel purposes.

Essential Skills

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Clear and effective written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, support others and contribute to team objectives.
• Demonstrated research and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, adaptable and self-motivated, with the ability to show initiative.
• Experience and expertise in Curtin student administration processes would be a valuable addition.

Role Requirements

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term G05 level role attracts a remuneration of $85,781 - $93,836 + 17% superannuation.

Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Applications close: 9pm (AWST) Sunday 27th of September 2026.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.