• Full time, Fixed-term opportunity (to October 2027)
• Campus Independent - Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus or any other Victorian regional campuses
• Higher Education Officer (HEO) 6
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference in the health and social care sectors

About the position

This role requires high level administrative and operational support to one of La Trobe’s Research Institutes, contributing to the delivery of strategic objectives and service improvement in our priority areas of clinical health, health equity and the care economy. The position involves planning and coordinating resources, preparing reports, supporting stakeholders, and maintaining quality service standards.

Reporting to the Institute Manager, the role requires strong organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage workflows and contribute to broader operational goals. The position also supports cross functional team activities and fosters collaboration across the University.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• A degree with relevant experience leading to either the development of specialist expertise or to the development of broad knowledge in an administrative field or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
• Demonstrated depth or breadth of expertise developed through extensive relevant experience and application.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows within own area of responsibility.
• Demonstrated capacity to organise work effectively and efficiently and deliver outputs in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capability.
• A demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and projects.
• Experience working within a university environment.
• Experience working within the health and/or care and support services sector.
• High level attention to detail, and verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm 10^th October 2025

Position Enquiries: Clair Overy, Manager, Care Economy Research Institute

Email: C.Overy@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: 

Email: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

 PD-Senior Administration Officer.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter outlining your skills and knowledge; and
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document with responses to all essential criteria 

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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