Administration Officer (Identified s25)

• UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
• Part-time (60% to 80%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years.
• Base salary will be in the range $85,452 to $94,984 + 17% super (HEW Level 5).

• This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement, due to the role's contribution to culturally safe practices and support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led initiatives.

• Based at our Toowong location

Acknowledgement of Country

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.

About This Opportunity

Join the close-knit and supportive team at the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, where your administrative expertise will help keep purposeful work moving. As the Administration Officer, you will provide responsive office coordination, executive and committee support, financial administration, event assistance and stakeholder service.

You will be embedded within the Centre’s operations team and work closely with colleagues who value collaboration, cultural integrity and creating meaningful change together. You'll be part of the Centre's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff and Student Group, which meets monthly to connect, share knowledge and opportunities, strengthen cultural leadership, and contribute to initiatives that support the work of the Centre.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide high-level administrative support and office coordination, acting as an initial point of contact and responding to routine and non-routine enquiries.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, committees, travel and office financial processes, including meeting papers, minutes, reimbursements, expenses and travel reconciliations.
• Support projects, workshops, seminars, conferences and other Centre activities, including documentation, communications, purchasing, hospitality and RSVP coordination.
• Build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining efficient procedures, information systems and document management processes.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About You

The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

• Experience in administration or customer service, or transferable skills gained through study, community, cultural, volunteer or professional experiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage day-to-day priorities.
• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team environment.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to work.
• A commitment to providing high-quality support and service.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside bright minds from around the world, united by a shared commitment to creating a better world. Excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and staff are supported through a wide range of benefits, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, salary packaging, and cultural leave.

UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement, and to playing a leading role in reconciliation in Australia. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy, we work in partnership with communities to embed reconciliation across our operations. You will be supported to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, and your cultural identity will be respected, valued and embraced.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Heather Young. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (R-69957) in the subject line.

To submit an application for this role, go to the UQ Careers portal and use the Apply button.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69957). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Thursday 12 November 2026.