"Administration Coordinator"

Administration Coordinator

561666

Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601

Continuing (Contingent Funded)

Closing at: Mar 8 2026 - 23:55 AEDT

Position Description

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)

Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full Time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)

flexible arrangements will be considered

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of December 2028

The Position

The Administration Coordinator will play a pivotal role in developing the foundations that enable the smooth operations and strategic ambitions of the McCusker Institute. Working as part of a core team with links across the University network you will provide high-level administrative, project management, and operational support, coordinating the delivery of the SoCIETIE Initiative and student engagement. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day functions such as scheduling, budgeting, logistics, reporting, and governance support, as well as developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the Institute’s impact. You will also support business development, education design, and integration of diverse inputs to deliver high-quality outcomes for learners and partners.

The Person

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual with proven administration and full-cycle project management skills. You will have demonstrated experience in navigating complex environments, and enjoy engaging with a wide range of internal University and external partner stakeholders to enable education design coordination and delivery. Your excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high-level computer literacy will be key to establishing and enhancing our operational procedures and systems, as well as identifying opportunities for efficiency and automation that enable this exciting new initiative to scale. You should demonstrate strong interpersonal abilities and a commitment to community outcomes. Experience working in dynamic start-up environments, and with the community or for-purpose sector will be highly regarded.

The School/Department

The McCusker Institute is a hub for transdisciplinary learning, problem solving, and collaboration for social impact. It connects students, researchers, practitioners, partners, and for-purpose organisations to tackle complex challenges facing communities. Its flagship SoCIETIE Initiative bridges academic and experiential learning, research, and real-world application, focusing on creating positive social change.

The College/Division

This role sits within the Deputy Vice Chancellor Education portfolio, which is dedicated to fostering academic excellence. Operating as a bridge across Colleges and Schools, the McCusker Institute is a key pillar in enabling university wide graduate attributes, with a focus on transdisciplinary problem-solving, and championing innovative learning and teaching.

For further information please contact, Michelle Cheah E: McCuskerInstitute@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

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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 successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.