"Community Engagement & Administration Support Assistant"

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 30.06.2027), Full-Time
• Office of Vice-Chancellor and President
• CQUniversity Gladstone
• Higher Education Worker Level 2
• Total Remuneration $73,427 to $75,265 pa (including salary of $62,047 to $63,600 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Your New Team
You will be joining the Backbone Team supporting Gladstone Region engaging in action Together (GRT), a collective impact project under the Stronger Places, Stronger People initiative of the Australian Government in partnership with Queensland Government. Working alongside the community, the team supports a place-based, community-led journey to improving community wellbeing.

Your New Role
In this role, you will support the Backbone Team to deliver day-to-day administrative, operational and project tasks to enable the timely, effective and efficient implementation of the GRT accountabilities.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and love seeing your work make a genuine impact, this is your chance to join a passionate, purpose-driven team creating positive change across the Gladstone Region.
We’re seeking a proactive Community Engagement & Administration Support Assistant to help build strong community connections and support projects that promote opportunity, equity and quality of life for all.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Ability to confidently communicate and liaise with a wide range of people and demonstrate a strong customer service focus.
• Able to solve relatively straightforward problems and identify opportunities to improve work activities.
• Flexible and comfortable working in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software products.
• Administration or Office Support experience is beneficial.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 04 February 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6897

Contact Details:
Courtney Morrison
(07) 4970 7384
c.morrison@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.
CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.