Faculty Operations Officer

Centre for Deliberative Democracy; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

On campus Gym

Medical services

Cafes

Job summary

University of Canberra is seeking an administration-focused professional to join the Faculty Operations team. You will be the first point of contact for staff and stakeholders, delivering responsive, high-quality administrative services across the Faculty.

The role requires strong teamwork, organisational skills and experience in educational or professional services settings, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with AI tools. Flexible working and campus facilities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support, ideally in educational or professional services settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with AI tools and platforms.
• Strong organisational skills and a stakeholder‑focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Be the friendly face at our reception desk, providing responsive, customer-focused support.
• Deliver high-quality administrative and technical assistance to staff and stakeholders.
• Support the coordination of Faculty events, meetings, and activities.
• Assist with finance, HR and travel arrangements, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues with stakeholders in mind.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Stakeholder focus

Attention to detail

Job description

About Us

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

About Us

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About The Role

Are you a proactive, tech-savvy professional with a passion for supporting staff and students? Faculty of Business, Government and Law is seeking an administration focused professional to join our Faculty Operations team. In this role, you'll be the first point of contact for staff and stakeholder enquiries providing responsive, high-quality administrative services across the Faculty.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the friendly face at our reception desk, providing responsive, customer-focused support
• Deliver high-quality administrative and technical assistance to staff and stakeholders
• Support the coordination of Faculty events, meetings, and activities
• Assist with finance, HR and travel arrangements, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Collaborate closely with team members to maintain a positive and productive work environment
• Take a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues, always keeping stakeholders in mind

About You

• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in administrative support, ideally in an educational or professional services setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with AI tools and platforms
• A stakeholder-focused mindset, with a commitment to delivering exceptional service
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

Working rights:

Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

For job specific information:

please contact Humi Togami-Fleurisson, Operations Manager, Faculty of Business, Government and Law, [e-mail]

For recruitment and application questions:

please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email [e-mail]. We recognise people communicate and process information differently, and we support multiple ways to participate in the recruitment evaluation. For reasonable adjustment, please reach out to the UCTalent team.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 01 November 2026