Senior Administration Officer - Allied Health

The University of Sydney; Lismore City Council; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 115,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Sydney seeks a Senior Administration Officer for its Rural Clinical School - Northern Rivers. The role focuses on providing high-level support to educational and research staff in a vibrant health sector environment. Candidates should possess tertiary qualifications and strong administrative skills, with a commitment to enhancing student experiences in rural health education.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications with relevant work experience.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to educational staff.
• Coordinate annual education planning cycle and logistics.
• Support grant reporting and student support services.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Administration Officer - Allied Health

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• Part time (0.8FTE), fixed term contract until December 2026
  
• Join the Rural Clinical School (Northern Rivers) (RCSNR) - a collaborative initiative managed and hosted by the University of Sydney
  
• Base Salary starting from $99, 455 + 17% superannuation
  
  

About the opportunity



The University Centre for Rural Health (UCRH), Rural Clinical School- Northern Rivers, University of Sydney provides a multidisciplinary centre of excellence in education of students for clinical practice in rural health. We also conduct research relevant to the priorities and needs of rural communities, with a focus on Aboriginal health research, climate change and health impacts, education research and health services research.



This position will be based within the Lismore campus and is located within walking distance of the Lismore Base Hospital and, along with our other numerous community and health partners, provides opportunities to support education and research activity in the region. The incumbent's presence on campus at Lismore is strongly preferred.



Are you an experienced and proactive administrator with a passion for supporting education and research in the health sector? We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Administration Officer (Allied Health) to join our dynamic Allied Health Education team.

In this pivotal role, you will provide high-level administrative support to academic, clinical, and research staff, ensuring the smooth operation of educational and research activities. You will also play a key role in supporting students and Education Support Officers, contributing to a positive and enriching learning environment.



The UCRH has a footprint in the Northern Rivers, NSW, north to the Mullumbimby region, south to Grafton, west to Bonalbo and east to Ballina/ Byron, and works closely with multiple partners to support education, research and workforce development in Northern NSW.



Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Allied Health Education team, including the Academic Lead and Program Manager
  
• Coordinate the annual education planning cycle, accommodation allocations, and teaching space bookings
  
• Support with grant reporting, milestone tracking, and application submissions
  
• Maintain and update communication materials and website content in collaboration with the Communications Lead
  
• Backfill Education Support Officers during peak periods or leave, and support student placements and teaching coordination
  
• Deliver student support services, including orientation, pastoral care, and community engagement activities
  
• Ensure compliance with university and health service policies and procedures
  
• Organise and manage meetings, workshops, and events, including logistics, catering, and IT support
  
• Manage record keeping, and finance/accounting support and reporting for the work area
  
• Provide at a senior level, general administrative services and operational support to the work area.
  

About you

• Tertiary qualifications with some relevant work experience; and/or equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience handling a wide range of enquiries and delivering outstanding customer service
  
• Strong time and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
  
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, using initiative and sound judgement to resolve issues
  
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship building
  
• Advanced problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing solutions
  
• High-level computer proficiency, particularly in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  
• Experience interpreting and applying policies and procedures within a tertiary education or similar complex environment
  
• A commitment to continuous improvement and contributing to a positive team culture.
  

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia



Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.



Pre-employment checks



Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.



EEO statement



At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.



We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
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The University of Sydney has believed in education for all and leadership that make lives better. The same values continue to inform the organisation's policy of inclusion and underpin it's long-term strategy for growth. The organisation encourages innovation and excellence across the board. Every employee has the opportunity to participate in a performance development program that aligns with the university's core values.The organisation has created an inspiring working environment and is always looking for people who can both contribute and benefit from it.

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The University of Sydney has believed in education for all and leadership that make lives better. The same values continue to inform the organisation's policy of inclusion and underpin it's long-term strategy for growth. The organisation encourages innovation and excellence across the board. Every employee has the opportunity to participate in a performance development program that aligns with the university's core values.The organisation has created an inspiring working environment and is always looking for people who can both contribute and benefit from it.

Source: this is an extract from the company's own website

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