Project Officer, Faculty Office – Fixed-Term, Perth

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

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.