Administrative Assistant (Academic Promotions)

The role Full Time, Fixed Term (up to 6 months) Level 4 - $73,230 to $79,494 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation) Secondment or fixed term opportunity Appointment will be made to your current campus This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of the University's most significant people processes, supporting academic achievement through the coordination of the academic promotions program.

Working closely with the Director People Strategy and Culture, you will lead the administration and coordination of the University's academic promotions process, ensuring activities are delivered accurately, efficiently and within established timeframes. As the first point of contact for academic staff, you will provide trusted advice and support, guiding applicants and stakeholders through each stage of the process while ensuring a positive and professional experience.

Beyond coordinating communications, documentation and key administrative activities, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, streamline workflows and improve the overall academic promotions experience. You will also provide broader operational and administrative support to the Director, People Strategy and Culture, contributing to projects and activities that support the University's strategic people agenda.

About you

You are a proactive, organised and service-driven professional who enjoys bringing structure to complex processes and delivering exceptional stakeholder experiences. You thrive working at pace, can manage competing priorities with confidence, and take pride in delivering high-quality work with accuracy and discretion.

You will bring: Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to coordinate complex processes with attention to detail. Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement capabilities, with a commitment to providing responsive and professional support. Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering outcomes within competing deadlines.

Well-developed digital literacy, including experience using Microsoft systems. Sound judgement, professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. A continuous improvement mindset, with a willingness to identify and implement process efficiencies. A collaborative approach and genuine commitment to fostering an inclusive and values-driven workplace culture.

To apply Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a cover letter that tells us more about you and upload your CV. This position is available as a fixed term appointment or, for eligible employees, as a secondment. To be eligible for a secondment, you must have completed probation. We encourage you to make your current manager aware before applying for an internal secondment opportunity.

Further information Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting: Casey Gill | Director, People Strategy and Culture | cgill@csu.edu.au Closing Date: 11pm, 18 October 2026