Senior Administrator, Office of the Interim Vice-Chancellor

Senior Administrator, Office of the Interim Vice-Chancellor 563400 Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601 Continuing Closing at: Sep 20 2026 - 23:55 AEST Add to favourites View favourites Position Description Classification : ANU Officer 8 (Administration) Salary package : $124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms : Full time, Continuing Position overview The Senior Administrator is a key member of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, providing high-level administrative, executive and project support to enable the effective and efficient operation of the Office. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the position works closely with the Vice-Chancellor and colleagues across the Office to coordinate priorities, manage competing demands and ensure key matters are progressed in a timely, professional and effective manner. The role supports the planning, coordination and continuous improvement of the Office’s business processes, systems and operational practices, while contributing to strategic projects and priorities. As an important point of contact for the Office, the Senior Administrator liaises with staff, students, visitors and internal and external stakeholders, and coordinates meetings, correspondence, events, records and projects. The role requires a high degree of initiative, sound judgement, discretion and professionalism, particularly when managing sensitive information and matters of institutional importance. For more information about the position please contact Matt Cousins, Office of the Vice Chancellor, M: 0417 413 658 or matt.cousins@anu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence .