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Position Details
Fixed term until June 2026 | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $89,773 - $95,718 p.a. Location: Tonsley | Kaurna Country View Position DescriptionAbout the Role
Working under the general direction of the Office Manager and closely with other administrative staff across ARIIA, the Administration and Projects Coordinator, will provide a range of administrative support for ARIIA services, including the coordination and preparation of project tenders and closely monitoring requirements and deadlines. This role also includes stakeholder engagement, facilitation of communication with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and providing a contribution to the smooth operation of ARIIA initiatives.
This role is also responsible for:
Provide support to the CEO, COO and Program and Research Director as required. Provide timely and efficient communication as a first contact point for internal and external queries. Provide support for a range of marketing activities, networking functions, and other events. Contribute to providing financial administration, including account reporting and arranging for invoicing and reconciliations.Please refer to the attached position description, for a full list of roles and responsibilities.
Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA)
Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) will transform the way we care for Older Australians. Funded by the Australian Government and the Department of Health, the Centre will deliver activities across three workstreams to improve aged care for all Australians. Bringing together consumers, industry and researchers, the national research centre will translate research into practice to modernize and pave the way for sector wide improvements, making a real and meaningful change to the aged care sector.
About You
With your proven ability to exercise initiative and to work autonomously when required, highlights your project coordination skills and demonstrated ability to prepare tenders and budgets.
Your well‐developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills enable you to work collaboratively and flexibly in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, while not only prioritising work and meeting deadlines but also maintaining attention to detail.
You will also be able to demonstrate:
Relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent combination of experience and/or education and/or training. A sound knowledge of contemporary administrative systems, software and practices, and an ability to interpret and apply a range of relevant policies and procedures within a large and complex organisation. Significant demonstrated understanding of, and a commitment to, the requirements of confidentiality within a professional work team.Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.
Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?
17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.
Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce StrategyPrescribed Conditions for Employment
A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
How to Apply and Information
You are required to submit your CV and a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the Position Description.
For more information regarding this position, please contact lynda.mcardle@ariia.org.au
Certification
Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:
14 Apr 2025
At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
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